Mobile Locksmith

Terry'S Tradies; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Overtime opportunities

Generous after-hours arrangements

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Terry's Locksmiths on the Gold Coast is seeking a qualified mobile locksmith to join our team, offering diverse work across residential, commercial, and automotive security. Earn top-tier wages with overtime, after-hours, and superannuation, plus a company vehicle and ongoing training.

Established since 1975, we service South East Queensland and Northern NSW with skilled colleagues in a supportive environment that rewards expertise and reliability.

Qualifications

• Recognised locksmith trade qualification.
• Current Australian driver’s licence.
• Current Queensland security licence, or eligible to obtain one.
• Experience in mobile locksmithing across residential/commercial.
• Strong troubleshooting and practical problem-solving abilities.
• Professional communication skills and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to organise workload and complete accurate job records.

Responsibilities

• Installation, servicing and repair of residential and commercial locks and door hardware.
• Rekeying, master key systems and restricted key systems.
• Installation and maintenance of door closers, mortice locks, deadlocks and associated hardware.
• Diagnosing and resolving lock and door hardware issues.
• Installation and servicing of digital locks, smart locks and electronic security hardware.
• Attending scheduled service calls and providing professional advice to customers.
• Completing job documentation accurately using our mobile job management system.

Skills

Mobile locksmithing experience

Independent worker

Customer service

Manual dexterity

Driver's license

Education

Locksmith trade qualification

Current Queensland security licence or eligibility

Tools

Smart locks

Door hardware installation

Job description

Qualified Mobile Locksmith – $$$ TOP DOLLAR $$$

Terry's Locksmiths | Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast QLD

Full-time | Competitive wages + super + vehicle + overtime

Join one of the Gold Coast's most established locksmith businesses

Terry's Locksmiths is looking for an experienced and motivated Qualified Mobile Locksmith to join our growing team on the Gold Coast.

Locksmiths at Terry's can earn over $175,000 per year (inc overtime, after hours and superannuation)

Established in 1975, Terry's Locksmiths is an award-winning, medium-sized business employing over 20 team members across our mobile service division, retail showrooms and workshops. We are an Australian leader in sales and installs of Smart Locks.

With locations in Burleigh Heads and Southport, we service residential, commercial, body corporate and automotive customers throughout South East Queensland and Northern NSW.

We have built a strong reputation for quality workmanship, professional service and embracing new technologies within the locksmith industry.

We're looking for a skilled locksmith who takes pride in their work, looking to upskill in automotive, safes or smartlocks, and wants to be part of a professional, well-supported team.

About the role

This is a full‑time mobile locksmith position offering a diverse range of work, with the opportunity to develop or expand your specialist skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Installation, servicing and repair of residential and commercial locks and door hardware
• Rekeying, master key systems and restricted key systems
• Installation and maintenance of door closers, mortice locks, deadlocks and associated hardware
• Diagnosing and resolving lock and door hardware issues
• Installation and servicing of digital locks, smart locks and electronic security hardware
• Attending scheduled service calls and providing professional advice to customers
• Identifying customer security requirements and preparing quotations where appropriate
• Completing job documentation accurately using our mobile job management system

Experience in automotive locksmithing, safes or access control will be highly regarded, although these specialist skills are not essential.

Why work with Terry's Locksmiths?

We recognise the value of experienced tradespeople and believe good locksmiths deserve to be well rewarded.

We offer:

• Excellent earning potential with competitive hourly rates, overtime and after-hours opportunities
• Company vehicle provided, including travel between home and work
• Overtime available, paid at applicable overtime rates
• Generous after-hours arrangements for suitably experienced locksmiths
• Call Centre screening/vetting of after hours calls 9pm - 6am to prevent unnecessary breaks to your sleep
• Tool allowance
• Company smartphone and modern job management systems
• Ongoing professional development, including manufacturer training and specialist locksmith courses
• Modern, well-equipped workshops and established supplier relationships
• Supportive management and experienced colleagues to assist with technical challenges
• Relocation assistance may be available for suitable interstate applicants
• Long-term career opportunities within a stable, established business

We also understand the importance of providing our mobile locksmiths with the systems, equipment and office support needed to perform their work efficiently.

What we're looking for

To be successful, you will ideally have:

• A recognised locksmith trade qualification
• Previous experience working independently as a mobile locksmith
• Strong general locksmithing skills across residential and commercial applications
• A current Australian driver's licence
• A current Queensland security licence, or eligibility to obtain one
• Good troubleshooting and practical problem-solving abilities
• Professional communication skills and a customer‑focused attitude
• The ability to organise your workload and complete accurate job records
• Australian working rights

Additional experience in smart locks, automotive locksmithing, safes or electronic access control would be an advantage.

We don't expect every applicant to be experienced in every area of locksmithing. We're interested in capable tradespeople who are willing to learn and develop their skills.

About our workplace

At Terry's Locksmiths, we aim to provide a professional, supportive environment where experienced tradespeople are respected and rewarded for their contribution.

Our size allows us to offer the stability, systems and resources of an established business while maintaining the personal approach and practical support of a close‑knit team.

If you're an experienced locksmith considering a change, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.

Our websites

• https://tlslocks.com.au/
• https://goldcoastsmartlocks.com.au/
• https://gcsafes.com.au/
• https://goldcoasthardware.com.au/