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Automotive mechanic salary in Australia

How much does an Automotive Mechanic make in Australia?

Average base salary

$76,016

The average salary for a automotive mechanic is $76,016 per year in Australia. 692 salaries reported, updated at 27 July 2026

Automotive Mechanic job openings in Australia

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Automotive Mechanical HV Exper...
Fortescue3.9out of 5 stars.
Port Hedland WA
12 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Automotive Mechanic in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
NSW Department of Education
 
$176,155per year
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Techforce Personnel
 
$156,000per year
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Komatsu
 
$143,000per year
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Linkforce
 
$141,440per year
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Bis Industries
 
$136,157per year
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Hitachi
 
$130,000per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Automotive Mechanics

  1. Rockhampton QLD
    $95,490 per year
  2. Perth WA
    $92,134 per year
  3. Melbourne VIC
    $88,267 per year
  4. Canberra ACT
    $85,117 per year
  5. Wagga Wagga NSW
    $77,140 per year

Where can an Automotive Mechanic earn more?

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