Overview

What’s involved

A qualified marine mechanic installs replacement parts, services and repairs all types of boat and watercraft engines such as inboard, outboard, stern drive and jet propulsion motors and includes electrical systems and components, charging systems, instruments, and controls.

How do they spend their day?

A marine mechanic keeps busy fixing all types of boats and watercraft with tasks such as:

  • Diagnosing faults
  • Servicing and repair
  • Replacing parts
  • Using tools and equipment
  • Using technology
  • Writing up maintenance logs

Occupation Insights

Average salary
$75,000 - $90,000 per year
Skills you will use
Customer service
Mechanical aptitude
Welding
Marine systems
Workplace safety
Problem solving
Safety equipment

AUR30520 - Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology (Trade)

A trade qualification as a marine mechanic or marine engineer is often required. Experience in maintaining and repairing marine engines and equipment is required

Workplace safety, outboard and stern drive transmissions, inboard transmissions, hydraulic systems, braking systems, welding, petrol, and diesel fuel systems.

Mechanical aptitude enjoys manual work, problem solving and customer service.