3515 Vehicle Body Builders and Trimmers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia

Reference period

2024, Version 1.0

Released

6/12/2024

Next release Unknown

Manufacture and repair prototype production units and purpose-built vehicle bodies, and install, repair and replace the interior trim of vehicles.

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

351531 Vehicle Body Builder

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.

Reads and interprets engineering drawings and specifications
Fabricates and welds metal components to build vehicle bodies
Constructs, assembles and installs vehicle body components such as doors, windows and panels
Operates machinery and equipment such as cutting and bending machines
Repairs and replaces damaged vehicle body parts
Conducts quality checks and inspections on finished vehicle bodies

Occupation

Installs, repairs and replaces the interior trim of vehicles, such as seats, linings, floor coverings and door trims.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Inspects vehicles for interior trim repairs or replacements needed
Repairs or replaces damaged or worn interior trim components
Installs new interior trim components such as seats, linings, floor coverings and door trims
Cuts and sews fabric or upholstery materials, and applies adhesives or fasteners to fit and secure interior trim components
Tests installed interior trim components for proper functionality and appearance
Collaborates with other automotive professionals to ensure proper coordination of interior trim installations