Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICIANS AND MECHANICS repair and maintain automotive electrical systems and motor vehicle and other internal combustion engines.

Indicative Skill Level:

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.

Tasks Include:

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.

Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups:

3211 Automotive Electricians
3212 Motor Mechanics