Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers are included in Minor Group 323 Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers.

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults in motor vehicles and small engines
• dismantling engines and electrical systems
• repairing and replacing worn and defective parts
• installing electrical equipment and electronic components in motor vehicles
• testing and adjusting electrical and mechanical systems and parts after repair for proper performance
• performing scheduled maintenance on motor vehicles

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• using test equipment to locate electrical and electronic malfunctions
• dismantling and removing electrical and electronic assemblies and components
• installing electrical equipment and electronic components in motor vehicles
• connecting power-operated vehicle equipment and accessories to power supply
• adjusting engine control systems and timing
• testing and replacing defective alternators, generators, voltage regulators and starter motors
• repairing and replacing faulty ignition and electrical wiring
• replacing defective parts such as fuses, lamps and switches

• 321111 Automotive Electrician

Alternative Title:

• Automotive Electrical Fitter

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring and electronic components in motor vehicles. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters are included in Unit Group 8994 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters.

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• detecting and diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults in engines and parts
• dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
• repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed
• performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
• reassembling engines and parts after being repaired
• testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance
• diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers
• may inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness
• may respond to vehicle breakdown service calls

• 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
• 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
• 321213 Motorcycle Mechanic
• 321214 Small Engine Mechanic

Alternative Title:

• Automotive Light Mechanic

Maintains, tests and repairs petrol engines and the mechanical parts of lightweight motor vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Automatic Transmission Mechanic
• Automotive Airconditioning Mechanic
• Brake Mechanic
• Ground Support Equipment Fitter (Air Force)
• Roadside Mechanic
• Vehicle Mechanic (Army)

Maintains, tests and repairs diesel motors and the mechanical parts of trucks, buses and other heavy vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Automotive Heavy Mechanic

Maintains, tests and repairs the mechanical parts of motorcycles. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Maintains, tests and repairs engines of chainsaws, lawn mowers, garden tractors and other equipment with small engines. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Chainsaw Mechanic
• Lawnmower Mechanic
• Outboard Motor Mechanic

Panel Beaters and Vehicle Body Builders are included in Minor Group 324 Panelbeaters, and Vehicle Body Builders, Trimmers and Painters.

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine requirements and material, and selecting metal stock
• moulding molten metal, and applying protective and decorative finishes to metal products
• drawing and marking out patterns
• heating metal stock and shaping it using hammers
• cutting stock and moulding components to shape using hand tools, cutting torches and machine tools
• joining components by welding, soldering, brazing, riveting, bolting, screwing and gluing
• finishing products by cleaning, filing, sanding and polishing, and applying protective finishes

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• selecting metal stock for job requirements
• heating metal in forges and furnaces and hammering, punching and cutting metal using hand tools and machine presses
• tempering and hardening finished articles by quenching in oil or water baths or by cooling gradually in air
• preparing electrolytic and silver solutions for electroforming, and applying solution to the objects to be coated
• setting and adjusting controls to regulate electric current and depositing of coating on objects
• preparing horses' hooves for shoeing, nailing horseshoes to hooves, and trimming hooves
• cutting, trimming, shaping and smoothing stock to form mould patterns
• filling boxes with sand and setting patterns in place, and pouring molten metal into moulds
• applying refractory paint and positioning cores in moulds
• finishing metal and articles by polishing and buffing and applying shellac, lacquer, paint and other finishes

• 322111 Blacksmith
• 322112 Electroplater
• 322113 Farrier
• 322114 Metal Casting Trades Worker
• 322115 Metal Polisher

Shapes bars, rods and blocks of metal by heating and hammering to produce or repair metal articles.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Hammer Smith
• Spring Maker
• Tool Smith

Controls plating processes and maintains solutions used to coat metal articles and other parts with non-ferrous metals.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Anodiser
• Electroformer
• Galvaniser

Inspects, trims and shapes horses' hooves, and forms, fits and nails horseshoes.

Skill Level: 3

Forms sand moulds and cores for the production of metal castings.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Coremaker
• Metal Moulder

Polishes metal to impart smooth, reflective and other finishes.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job, material and equipment requirements
• selecting metal stock, such as stainless steel, galvanised iron, mild steel, aluminium and copper, and checking sizes, gauges and other dimensions of metal stock against specifications
• marking out metal stock with reference points and lines, using templates, gauges and other measuring instruments
• cutting metal stock along guidelines using hand and power shears, guillotines and drills
• shaping and forming cut metal stock into products using folding and bending machines, rollers, presses and hammers
• fitting and assembling components into final products by welding, riveting, soldering, brazing and otherwise joining
• finishing products by polishing, filing, sanding and cleaning assembled products
• may repair damaged sheetmetal products and components
• may specialise in fabrication, or on-site assembly and installation, of sheetmetal products
• may produce aircraft sheet metal components requiring advanced drawing and calculating skills
• may specialise in decorative copperwork

• 322211 Sheetmetal Trades Worker

Marks out, shapes, forms and joins sheetmetal and other materials to make products and components.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Metal Spinner
• Sheetmetal Patternmaker

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements
• selecting, cleaning and preparing metal stock
• cutting marked-out metal sections and shapes using hand tools, flame cutting torches and metal cutting machines
• shaping and bending metal sections and pipes using hand and machine tools, and by heating and hammering
• aligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments
• joining metal sections using various welding techniques, bolting and riveting
• examining welds for width of bead, penetration and precision
• finishing products by cleaning, polishing, filing and bathing in acidic solutions
• cleaning and smoothing welds by filing, chiselling and grinding

• 322311 Metal Fabricator
• 322312 Pressure Welder
• 322313 Welder (First Class) (Aus) / Welder (NZ)

Marks off and fabricates structural steel and other metal stock to make or repair metal products and structures such as boilers and pressure vessels.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Boilermaker-Welder
• Brass Finisher
• Metal Fabricator-Welder
• Metal Template Maker
• Structural Steel Trades Worker

Assembles, welds and repairs pressure vessels and pipes to relevant standards.

Skill Level: 3

Fabricates and repairs metal products using various welding techniques.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Special Class Welder

Motor Mechanics are included in Unit Group 3212 Motor Mechanics.

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machine tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for fit
• fitting parts into machines using hand tools
• dismantling, repairing and replacing defective parts, and testing and reassembling aircraft components and systems and precision instruments
• assembling parts and subassemblies of precision implements, locks, timepieces and firearms
• testing circuits in electronic timepieces and manufactured articles
• making and repairing tools, equipment and engineering patterns

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• dismantling, inspecting, testing, repairing and reassembling aircraft engines, ancillary motors and engine accessories, electrical systems, and subassemblies of aircraft frames
• installing electrical circuits and equipment
• testing aircraft communication equipment, aircraft instrumentation and electronic systems using electronic testing equipment and specialised test apparatus
• replacing and testing aircraft oxygen system components
• assembling parts and subassemblies of aircraft frames
• conducting routine pre-flight inspections of engines, aircraft frames and mechanical systems
• maintaining records of action taken
• may manufacture aircraft electrical, instrument and radio hardware components

• 323111 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics)
• 323112 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical)
• 323113 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures)

Inspects, tests, aligns, repairs and installs aircraft electrical and avionic system components. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Instruments)
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Radio)
• Avionics Technician (Defence)
• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)
• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Instruments)
• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Radio)

Inspects, tests, repairs and installs aircraft hydromechanical and flight system components and aircraft engines, subassemblies and components. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)
• Aircraft Technician (Air Force, Army)
• Aviation Technician Aircraft (Navy)
• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Airframes)
• Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Engines)

Inspects, dismantles and reassembles aircraft structures, and repairs and replaces components of aircraft frames. Works with both metal and carbon fibre composite materials. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Aircraft Structural Fitter (Air Force, Army)

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying drawings and specifications to determine suitable material, method and sequence of operations, and machine settings
• fitting fabricated metal parts into products and assembling metal parts and subassemblies to produce machines and equipment
• checking fabricated and assembled metal parts for accuracy, clearance and fit using precision measuring instruments
• setting guides, stops and other controls on machining tools, setting up prescribed cutting and shaping tools and dies in machines and presses, and setting controls for textile machines
• forming metal stock and castings to fine tolerances using machining tools to press, cut, grind, plane, bore and drill metal
• cutting, threading, bending and installing hydraulic and pneumatic pipes and lines
• preparing pattern mechanisms to control the operation of textile machines used to spin, weave, knit, sew and tuft fabric
• diagnosing faults and performing operational maintenance of machines, and overhauling and repairing mechanical parts and fluid power equipment
• may erect machines and equipment on-site

• 323211 Fitter (General)
• 323212 Fitter and Turner
• 323213 Fitter-Welder
• 323214 Metal Machinist (First Class)
• 323215 Textile, Clothing and Footwear Mechanic
• 323299 Metal Fitters and Machinists nec

Fits and assembles metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Computer Numeric Control Setter
• Diesel Fitter-Mechanic
• Fitter-Machinist
• Fitter-Mechanic
• Maintenance Fitter
• Mechanic (Diesel and Heavy Earthmoving Equipment)
• Plant Mechanic

Fits, assembles, grinds and shapes metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Fitter Armament (Army)

Fits, assembles and welds metal parts and subassemblies to fabricate production machines and other equipment.

Skill Level: 3

Sets up and operates machine tools to shape and form metal stock and castings to fine tolerances, using detailed drawings and specifications.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Aircraft Machinist
• Automotive Machinist
• Metal Machine Setter
• Metal Turner
• Milling Machinist
• Vertical Borer

Sets up, adjusts and maintains industrial or domestic sewing machines, or machines used in the production of yarn, textiles or footwear.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Loom Tuner
• Sewing Machine Mechanic
• Textile Machine Mechanic

This occupation group covers Metal Fitters and Machinists not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level: 3

Occupations in this group include:

• Printing Engineer

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• assembling parts and subassemblies of precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms
• dismantling precision instruments, locks, timepieces and firearms, repairing and replacing defective parts, and reassembling articles using hand and power tools and specially designed machines
• inscribing letters, figures and designs on surfaces of jewellery, trophies and other ornamental items
• installing security systems, changing tumblers in locks, changing locks, cutting keys and opening locks by manipulation
• calibrating precision instruments using standard weights and measures, jigs and fixtures, and hand tools to adjust and align parts and small balancing weights
• making blades for circular, band and other power saws and repairing, setting and sharpening blades for hand and power saws
• testing circuits in electronic timepieces
• may estimate costs and prepare quotes for repairs

• 323311 Engraver
• 323312 Gunsmith
• 323313 Locksmith
• 323314 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer
• 323315 Saw Doctor
• 323316 Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer

Inscribes letters, figures and designs on metal, glass, wood, rubber, plastic and other surfaces.

Skill Level: 3

Modifies, services and repairs rifles, revolvers and other firearms. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level: 3

Installs and maintains locks and related security devices and systems. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Safemaker

Assembles, calibrates, installs and overhauls mechanical precision instruments and equipment.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Camera Repairer
• Scalemaker
• Scientific Instrument Maker and Repairer

Repairs, sets and sharpens blades for circular, band and other saws.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Saw Sharpener

Makes, repairs, cleans and adjusts watches and clocks.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• studying drawings and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of articles to be manufactured and models to be constructed
• measuring and marking out metal stock and castings using various gauges
• shaping metal and wood stock using machine tools
• checking accuracy of manufactured articles and finished patterns to fine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments
• testing and modifying manufactured articles
• applying protective finishes to patterns and painting pattern sections to indicate method of assembly
• assembling pattern sections and shaping work pieces to specified finish
• pouring and spreading materials into moulds and over models of patterns, and building laminations of fibreglass cloth and plastic resin to fabricate patterns
• repairing broken and damaged patterns and correcting patterns to compensate for defects in casting
• constructing templates for layout and inspection

• 323411 Engineering Patternmaker
• 323412 Toolmaker

Constructs full-size engineering models usually made out of timber, which are used in manufacturing to produce metal castings, copy models, vacuum form tooling and tooling for the automotive, aircraft or fibreglass industries.

Skill Level: 3

Makes and repairs tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and other precision parts and equipment to fine tolerances for machine tools and other production machinery.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Die Caster
• Die Sinker
• Jigmaker (Metal)
• Plastic Mould Maker
• Press-tool Maker

Fabrication Engineering Trades Workers are included in Minor Group 322 Fabrication Engineering Trades Workers.

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• removing, replacing and repairing damaged panels and parts using mechanical and hydraulic equipment
• filling depressions with plastic filler and chiselling and sanding surfaces
• constructing framework sections in metal, wood, fibreglass and other materials using stretching and shrinking machines and welding equipment
• bolting, screwing, riveting and welding sections together to form complete frameworks
• cutting and shaping panels of sheetmetal, aluminium and reinforced plastic and attaching to frameworks using hand and power tools
• preparing new vehicle trim work according to drawings and sketches, and removing old coverings and fittings from vehicles and taking new measurements
• selecting and cutting pieces of fabric, vinyl and leather and sewing pieces together using heavy-duty sewing machines
• installing and attaching interior lining, floor coverings, armrests, door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles
• masking areas not to be painted by covering with masking tape and paper
• selecting and mixing paint shades to match vehicle colour
• applying primer and finish coats with spray-guns, and sanding surfaces between coats

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• removing damaged panels and parts, and removing upholstery and accessories to gain access
• removing dents by hammering panels
• straightening damaged vehicles and parts using mechanical and hydraulic equipment
• replacing badly damaged sections with new or second-hand panels
• filling depressions with plastic filler, and filing, grinding and sanding repaired surfaces
• cutting and joining replacement sections using welding equipment
• fitting repaired or replacement panels on vehicles and refitting body hardware such as door locks and trims
• may assist vehicle body builders in constructing and restoring custom-designed, vintage and other specialty vehicles
• may spray-paint vehicles

• 324111 Panelbeater

Alternative Title:

• Collision Repairer

Repairs damage to metal, fibreglass and plastic body work on vehicles and forms replacement vehicle panels. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• constructing framework sections in metal, wood, fibreglass and other materials using shaping machines and cutting and welding equipment
• bolting, screwing, riveting and welding sections together to form complete frameworks
• cutting and shaping panels of sheetmetal, aluminium and reinforced plastic and attaching to frameworks using hand and power tools
• modifying assembly line vehicles to special requirements
• preparing new vehicle trim work according to drawings and sketches, and removing old coverings and fittings from vehicles and taking new measurements
• selecting and cutting pieces of fabric, vinyl and leather and sewing pieces together using heavy-duty sewing machines
• installing internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests
• attaching door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles

• 324211 Vehicle Body Builder
• 324212 Vehicle Trimmer

Alternative Title:

• Vehicle Body Maker

Manufactures and repairs prototype production units and purpose-built vehicle bodies such as buses, trucks, fire engines and caravans. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Coach Builder

Installs, repairs and replaces the interior trim of vehicles such as seats, linings, floor coverings and door trims. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Vehicle Upholsterer

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

• removing rough spots on vehicle panels
• sanding surfaces by hand and with power sanders
• masking areas not to be painted with tape and paper
• colour matching and mixing paints to match paint shades, and selecting pre-mixed paint
• applying primer and finishing coats using spray-guns, and sanding surfaces between coats
• touching up paintwork and applying polish to vehicles
• removing masking papers, and waxing and polishing finished paintwork
• painting signs and artwork on vehicles
• treating vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals

• 324311 Vehicle Painter

Alternative Title:

• Vehicle Refinisher

Prepares surfaces of vehicles, matches and mixes colours and applies paint. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3