3514 Specialist Automotive Technicians
3514 Specialist Automotive Technicians
Repair and maintain specialised electrical and internal combustion engines, and mechanical parts such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.
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
351431 Agricultural Mechanic
Diagnoses, repairs and maintains agricultural machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems and seeding equipment.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Diagnoses, repairs and maintains agricultural machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems and seeding equipment
- Repairs and services engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning and other systems
- Calibrates precision agricultural system and machinery settings for specialised agricultural practices
- Tests and adjusts vehicle and machinery systems to ensure proper functioning by using diagnostic and digital equipment to identify and troubleshoot issues
- Provides advice and guidance to farmers and agricultural workers on equipment maintenance and operation
351432 Bicycle Technician
Performs diagnostics, repairs, assembly and servicing of electric and regular bicycles and scooters.
Alternative titles
- Bicycle Mechanic
- Bicycle Repairer
Specialisation
- Electric Bike (e-bike) Technician
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Performs advanced diagnostics by identifying and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic issues in bicycles using specialised equipment
- Assembles bicycles from parts or kits, and modifies bicycles according to customer specifications, including fitting specialised parts
- Builds bicycle wheels, and fits and maintains tyres
- Repairs and overhauls bicycle hydraulic braking and drivetrain systems
- Services and tunes electronic gear shifting systems for high-end bicycles
- Maintains and repairs electric bicycle and scooter components such as motors, batteries, controllers and wiring
351433 Diesel Technician
Maintains, tests and repairs diesel motors, and the mechanical parts of trucks, buses and heavy and lightweight vehicles with diesel engines. These mechanical parts include transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Small diesel marine motor technicians are excluded from this occupation. Small diesel marine motor technicians are included in Occupation 351435 Marine Technician.
Alternative title
- Diesel Motor Mechanic
Specialisation
- Automotive Heavy Mechanic
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Inspects diesel motors in heavy and lightweight vehicles, and mechanical parts to identify faults and determine repair requirements
- Tests and diagnoses faults in diesel motors and mechanical systems using electronic diagnostic equipment, and interprets findings
- Dismantles and removes engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checks parts
- Repairs or replaces worn and faulty parts by welding, bolting, riveting or soldering
- Reassembles engine components and installs repaired engines in vehicles
- Adjusts and repairs electrical and mechanical systems such as ignition, fuel injection, and cooling and lubrication systems
- Tests and adjusts mechanical systems after repairs and servicing
- Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
351434 Electric Vehicle Technician
Maintains, tests and repairs electric and hybrid vehicles systems and components, including energy storage systems, traction motors and safety interlocks.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Automotive Electricians are excluded from this occupation. Automotive Electricians are included in Occupation 351231 Automotive Electrician.
Alternative title
- EV Technician
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Diagnoses and repairs faults in electric vehicle energy storage units and their electronic battery management systems
- Performs service and maintenance of traction motors
- Tests and replaces speed control systems
- Calibrates auxiliary motors and their associated components
- Inspects and repairs system instrumentation and safety interlocks
- Maintains, tests and repairs heating and cooling systems for energy storage units
- Maintains, tests and repairs mechanical systems of electric and hybrid vehicles
351435 Marine Technician
Maintains, tests and repairs inboard, outboard and small diesel marine motors, and the mechanical components of vessels, such as jet propulsion systems, fuel systems and electric motors starting and charging systems.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Alternative title
- Marine Mechanic
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Conducts diagnostic assessments on marine engines and equipment to identify issues and determine the necessary repairs
- Carries out repair, replacement and maintenance on small marine engines, outboard motors, propulsion systems and other related equipment
- Installs and configures marine electronics, navigation systems and related equipment, ensuring proper integration
- Conducts performance tests on marine systems and components to ensure compliance with maritime standards and regulations
351436 Motorcycle Technician
Maintains, tests and repairs the mechanical parts of motorcycles.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Alternative title
- Motorcycle Mechanic
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Inspects motorcycles to identify mechanical issues
- Tests motorcycles to diagnose problems and determine necessary repairs
- Uses specialised diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex issues with engines, transmissions and electrical components
- Repairs or replaces faulty and worn-out mechanical parts of motorcycles
- Adjusts and tunes engines, brakes and other mechanical systems
- Performs routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, battery checks and fitting tyres
- Conducts tests post service or repair to assess motorcycle safety and roadworthiness
351437 Small Engine Technician
Maintains, tests and repairs engines of chainsaws, lawnmowers, garden tractors and other equipment with small engines.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Outboard motor mechanics are excluded from this occupation. Outboard motor mechanics are included in Occupation 351435 Marine Technician.
Alternative title
- Small Engine Mechanic
Specialisation
- Lawnmower Mechanic
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Inspects small engines to identify faults and determine necessary repairs
- Performs routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements, and cleans and lubricates engine parts
- Repairs or replaces defective mechanical parts such as pistons, rings, bearings, valves and carburettors
- Uses diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot small engine problems
- Adjusts engine components such as ignition timing and fuel mixture
- Disassembles small engines and examines parts for defects and wear
- Reassembles small engines and tests them to ensure proper functioning