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A Mobile Plant Mechanic conducts repairs and maintenance on heavy machinery. You’ll often travel to various locations to work on equipment on site. A Mobile Plant Mechanic, or Mobile Plant Technician, might specialise in a particular type of equipment such as agricultural machinery or industrial equipment. You might also perform scheduled services when required.
Mobile Plant Mechanics should have strong technical skills and be able to adapt their abilities to suit a range of circumstances. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to liaise with a range of customers or colleagues. Mobile Plant Mechanics should be able to draw on their problem solving abilities when required.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Mobile Plant Mechanic.
Possible job outcomes:
Level up your career as an auto-mechanic and get the skills you need to work on earthmoving machinery, excavators, cranes, hoists and other mobile plant. The AUR31220 Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology is a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to safely diagnose and repair compression ignition engines, electrical circuits, diesel fuel injection systems, and a range of steering, hydraulic, and braking systems (on heavy machinery). Enquire now for the full list of study units and available electives, as well as the next batch intake dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Mobile Plant Mechanic generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 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.
This industry has seen a drop in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 106,900 people working as a Mobile Plant Mechanic in Australia. Mobile Plant Mechanics may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning a career as a Mobile Plant Mechanic, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology. You’ll develop the skills to work on a range of mobile plant equipment including earthmoving machinery, excavators, cranes and hoists. You’ll cover a range of topics including diagnosing and repairing compression ignition engines, electrical circuits, diesel fuel injection systems and steering, hydraulic and braking systems.
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$1,250 weekly pay
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