Automotive Trades
Automotive industry plays an important role in various sectors in Australia. Currently, the sector is experiencing a huge demand for automotive repair and maintenance services due to the accelerated vehicle sales in recent years. It requires highly-skilled workers, notably for occupations experiencing massive shortages: panel beater, vehicle bodybuilders, and trimmer.
Work is usually full-time. Minimum requirements for automotive trade workers include AQF Certificate III or IV, relevant experience, relevant trade qualifications and registration or license.
Panel Beater
ANZSCO ID 324111
Job Description
To repair, strip, replace, fit, and adjust body panels in automobiles from damage or modification
Motor Mechanic (General)
ANZSCO ID 321211
Job Description
Repair and service cars, vans, and other light vehicles
Specialisation
- Automatic Transmission Mechanic
- Automotive Air-conditioning Mechanic
- Brake Mechanic
- Ground Support Equipment Fitter (Air Force)
- Vehicle Mechanic (Army)
Diesel Motor Mechanic
ANZSCO ID 321212
Job Description
Inspect, repair and maintain trucks, trailers, forklifts, pickups and other heavy vehicles.
Specialisation
- Automotive Heavy Mechanic
Motorcycle Mechanic
ANZSCO ID 321213
Job Description
Diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, dirt bikes or similar motorized vehicle
Small Engine Mechanic
ANZSCO ID 321214
Job Description
Inspect, service and repair motorized power equipment like motorboats, chainsaws, lawn mowers, garden tractors and other outdoor power equipment
Specialisation
- Chainsaw Mechanic
- Lawnmower Mechanic
- Outboard Motor Mechanic
Automotive Electrician
ANZSCO ID 321111
Job Description
Install, repair, wire and maintain all electrical components in vehicles.
Vehicle Body Builder
ANZSCO ID 324211
Job Description
Construct and repair prototype production units and purpose-built vehicle bodies like buses, trucks, fire engines, and caravans
Specialisation
- Coach Builder
Vehicle Trimmer
ANZSCO ID 324212
Job Description
Fix and replace automotive trim and upholstery, including carpets, seats and convertible tops for cars, boats, motorcycles and recreational vehicles
Specialisation
- Vehicle Upholsterer
Vehicle Painter
ANZSCO ID 324311
Job Description
Prepare vehicles to be painted and apply paint coats for touch-up repairs or customisations