Mechanics for hire in Cairns, Queensland
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Most popular skills
Mechanical Knowledge9%Time Management6%Communication Skills6%Education level
Vocational or technical training41%High school diploma or GED36%Bachelor's degree23%Years of experience
Less than a year30%1-2 years20%3-5 years20%Current company
Kennards Hire Pty(Solar), All Energy Queensland- Self EmployedTime at current job
More than 5 years67%Less than a year33%
Browse Indeed's database of 231 profiles for Mechanics in Cairns, Queensland
Last updated: 3 Oct 2026
Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $77,582 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $64,394 – $93,471 yearly
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CLEANING EXPERIENCE
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
Culinary ArtsCertificate IIRSAHospitality ManagementSkills
Customer ServiceTime ManagementCleaningMechanical KnowledgeMaintenanceCash HandlingTruck Driver
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
White CardWork Safely at HeightsConfined Space EntryHR LicenceForklift LicenceSkills
DrivingMechanic ExperienceComputer SkillsTruck DrivingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMachine Operator / Maintenance Technician
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
Driver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationGermanCPR CertificationSkills
CADSolidworksMicrosoft OfficeAssemblyMaintenanceMechanical KnowledgeFitter Machinist
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
Work Safely at HeightsHC LicenceMSICEWP TicketSkills
MaintenanceMachiningFabricationManagementProject ManagementMechanical KnowledgeMaintenance Technician / Mechanical Technician
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
RSASkills
MaintenanceConstruction PaintingWeldingTIG WeldingMIG WeldingBlueprint ReadingElectrical Trade Assistant
Cairns, Queensland
Licenses & certifications
White CardDriver LicenceManual Driver LicenceGeneral Construction Induction Card (White Card)Work Safely at HeightsConfined Space EntrySkills
Photovoltaic System InstallationSolar Panel InstallationElectrical Cable PullingCable TerminationElectrical WiringWiring and Circuitry Work
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What's the average time to fill a mechanic role?
The average time to fill a mechanic role is 43 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do mechanics tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a mechanic include: mechanical knowledge, time management and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for mechanics?
Common licenses or certifications for mechanics include: White Card, Driver Licence and Work Safely at Heights.
What are some job titles related to mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to mechanics include: supervisor, machine operator / maintenance technician and fitter machinist.
What level of education is common for a mechanic?
Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a mechanic in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a mechanic?
Most mechanics have 5 years of professional experience.
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