Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

PANELBEATERS, AND VEHICLE BODY BUILDERS, TRIMMERS AND PAINTERS repair damage to motor vehicle bodies; construct purpose-built vehicle bodies; fit, repair and replace interior trim and upholstery in vehicles; and paint vehicles.

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:

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.

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

3241 Panelbeaters
3242 Vehicle Body Builders and Trimmers
3243 Vehicle Painters