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Unit Group

3512 Automotive Electricians

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

3512 Automotive Electricians

Install, maintain and repair electrical wiring and electronic components in motor vehicles.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
Occupation

351231 Automotive Electrician

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical wiring and electronic components in motor vehicles.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Inspects vehicles to identify electrical and electronic faults
  • Tests electrical systems and components to determine the cause of malfunctions in vehicles
  • Maintains, repairs or replaces faulty wiring, switches and other electrical components in vehicles to ensure optimal performance
  • Installs new electrical systems and components in vehicles
  • Uses diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex electrical issues with vehicles
  • Reads and interprets electrical diagrams and technical manuals relating to vehicles