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A Hydraulic Mechanic attends to issues with hydraulic equipment and machinery. You might work in an industrial environment or be employed in other industries such as agriculture, mining or construction. Hydraulic Mechanics may carry out repairs to equipment or conduct inspections and routine servicing and maintenance. You might specialise as a Hydraulic Technician or a Hydraulic Pneumatic Mechanic.
Hydraulic Mechanics need to be flexible and should be able to adapt their skills to any situation. You might work in a workshop or you may have to attend to equipment on site. Depending on your role you might also work a range of shifts, including weekends. Hydraulic Mechanics need to have excellent problem solving skills and be able to work as part of a larger team.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Hydraulic Mechanic.
Possible job outcomes:
Enrol in the Diploma of Engineering - Technical (MEM50212) if you are looking for an advanced technical qualification recognised all over Australia. Completed over 2-5 years (classroom or online) this course will teach you how to use computer-aided design (CAD) systems, select common engineering materials, apply mathematical techniques, choose sustainable work practices, and produce a range of engineering drawings and models. Enquire now for a list of study units, elective choices, and career outcomes..
Average duration: 12 months.
Get a trade qualification in fluid power engineering with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering (Fluid Power). This nationally recognised qualification is for licensed tradespersons (and apprentices) who need the skills to work with hydraulics and pneumatics technologies. The course covers: on-the-job safety, performing engineering measurements and computations, interpreting technical drawings, using computing technologies, using hand and power tools, maintaining fluid power control systems, modifying fluid power system operations, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, fluid power technical skills, and available course openings..
Average duration: 24 months.
Become a trade qualified engineer with the MEM40119 Certificate IV in Engineering. This nationally recognised training course begins with basic engineering trade skills: reading technical drawings, taking engineering measurements, performing computations, working safely in engineering, planning and completing work tasks, using hand tools and computing technologies. You’ll then begin ferrous (and non-ferrous) melting and casting operations, testing foundry related materials, advanced welding to code standards, and other technical skills. Enquire now for the full list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Hydraulic Mechanic generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been a slight decrease in the number of people working in this industry over the last five years. There are currently 62,000 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Hydraulic Mechanic. Hydraulic Mechanics may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’d like to start a career as a Hydraulic Mechanic, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Engineering. You could also specialise your skills with a Certificate IV in Engineering (Fluid Power), a Certificate IV in Engineering (Maintenance) or a Certificate IV in Engineering (Instrumentation). You may also decide to further your skills with a Diploma of Engineering – Technical.
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Here are some potential career pathways within manufacturing engineering, mining and oil and gas. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Manufacturing Engineering
Apprentice Engineer
$960 weekly pay
Apprentice Industrial Designer
$1,150 weekly pay
Engineering Tradesperson
Advanced Engineering Tradesperson
$1,800 weekly pay
Asset Engineer
$1,920 weekly pay
CNC Programmer
$1,250 weekly pay
Engineering Patternmaker
$1,440 weekly pay
Field Engineer
$1,540 weekly pay
Hydraulic Fitter
$1,350 weekly pay
Hydraulic Mechanic
Industrial Designer
Industrial Electrician
Machinist
Maintenance Engineer
$1,550 weekly pay
Maintenance Fitter
Manufacturing Engineer
Materials Engineer
$1,730 weekly pay
Mechanical Fitter
Plant Mechanic
Automation Engineer
$2,350 weekly pay
Design Engineer
Engineering Consultant
Industrial Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Plant Engineer
Process Engineer
Production Engineer
Research Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
Workshop Supervisor
Mining
Casting and Moulding Tradesperson
Driller
$1,650 weekly pay
Driller Offsider
Dump Truck Operator
$1,640 weekly pay
Electrical and Instrumentation Technician
Geological Technician
Instrumentation Technician
$1,400 weekly pay
Miner
$1,700 weekly pay
Mining Machine Operator
Plant Operator
Production Operator
Shotfirer
Drilling Supervisor
$1,750 weekly pay
Jumbo Operator
Metallurgist
Mining Engineer
Mining Supervisor
Oil and Gas
Derrickman
Gas Industry Operator
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