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TCF Mechanic

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A TCF Mechanic repairs and maintains textiles, clothing, and footwear equipment, requiring technical skills, multitasking, and strong communication for team collaboration.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • WA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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In Australia, a full time TCF 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.

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The number of people working in this industry has decreased over the last five years. There are currently 1,700 people employed in this field and many of them specialise as a TCF Mechanic. TCF Mechanics may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re interested in a career as a TCF Mechanic, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Engineering – TCF Mechanic. This course will give you the skills to operate, repair, calibrate and maintain TCF production tools and machinery. You’ll cover a range of topics including computing technologies, machine setting and operations, machine shutdown and isolation, precision work and machine levelling and alignment.

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TCF Mechanic careers

A TCF Mechanic repairs and maintains equipment used in the textiles, clothing and footwear industry. You’ll diagnose faults and replace parts or you might carry out scheduled maintenance when required. TCF Mechanics may have their own business or work for a specialist organisation or manufacturer.

TCF Mechanics should have excellent technical skills and should be able to adapt their abilities to suit a range of situations. You must be able to multitask and prioritise your tasks when needed. Communication skills are important and you’ll need to be able to work as part of a team.