Automotive

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Apprentice Mechanic

An Apprentice Mechanic performs automotive servicing and repairs on various vehicles under qualified supervision, requiring teamwork and attention to detail.

Avg yearly income $52,000
Skill level Unknown

Diesel Mechanic

A Diesel Mechanic repairs diesel motors, conducts inspections, replaces parts, and performs scheduled services, requiring strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Unknown

Truck Mechanic

A Truck Mechanic services and repairs heavy vehicles, diagnosing issues, replacing parts, and performing scheduled maintenance efficiently.

Avg yearly income $88,400
Skill level Unknown

Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

A Heavy Vehicle Mechanic repairs and services trucks and buses, identifying issues, performing repairs, and ensuring maintenance is completed.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Unknown

Heavy Diesel Mechanic

A Heavy Diesel Mechanic performs repairs and maintenance on diesel engines and systems for heavy vehicles, identifying issues and replacing parts as needed.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Unknown

Apprentice Automotive Electrician

An Apprentice Automotive Electrician diagnoses and repairs vehicle electrical faults, replaces faulty parts, and works under supervision while learning.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Unknown

Apprentice Caravan Mechanic

An Apprentice Caravan Mechanic services and repairs caravans, replaces parts, and works under guidance, needing detail focus, time management, and teamwork.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Unknown

Car Detailer

A Car Detailer enhances the appearance of vehicles by thoroughly cleaning and polishing exteriors and interiors while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Avg yearly income $54,080
Skill level Unknown

Service Advisor

A Service Advisor assists customers at a vehicle workshop, recommending services, discussing repairs, and organising parts and bookings.

Avg yearly income $65,000
Skill level Unknown

Automotive Service Technician

An Automotive Technician diagnoses and repairs faults in cars and light trucks, using diagnostic equipment for maintenance and part replacement.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Unknown

Light Vehicle Mechanic

A Light Vehicle Mechanic diagnoses and repairs motor vehicles, performs scheduled servicing, and ensures vehicles are roadworthy while addressing customer needs effectively.

Avg yearly income $76,960
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in automotive

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
MSM31022

Certificate III in Recreational Vehicle Service and Repair
Traineeship
3 years
$0 - $12,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Caravan Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Caravan Mechanic
AUR32518

Certificate III in Automotive Underbody Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Mechanic Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Mechanic Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter
AUR32120

Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $19,333
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Car Detailer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Car Detailer
AUR31520

Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Engine Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
8 - 36 months
$0 - $19,700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
AUR31420

Certificate III in Automotive Diesel Fuel Technology
Traineeship
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Diesel Fitter Diesel Mechanic
AUR31120

Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $23,562
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Truck Mechanic
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Heavy Diesel Mechanic Heavy Vehicle Mechanic Truck Mechanic + 2 more
AUR31020

Certificate III in Automotive Sales
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $3,546
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Car Salesman Service Advisor Parts Interpreter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Car Salesman Service Advisor Parts Interpreter
AUR30820

Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $19,598
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Motorcycle Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Motorcycle Mechanic
AUR30620

Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $27,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Mechanical Technician Diagnostic Technician
AUR30320

Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $24,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
AUR21920

Certificate II in Automotive Tyre Servicing Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 12 months
$0 - $906
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Automotive Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Automotive Mechanic
AUR21520

Certificate II in Automotive Cylinder Head Reconditioning
On Campus
8 months
$4,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Automotive Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Automotive Mechanic
AUR21220

Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology
On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $4,145
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Automotive Mechanic
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Diesel Fitter Automotive Mechanic
AUR21120

Certificate II in Automotive Sales
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Car Salesman Service Advisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Car Salesman Service Advisor
AUR20820

Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology
On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $4,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Service Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Service Technician
AUR20520

Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$0 - $10,478
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician Apprentice Diesel Fitter
Automotive Mechanic Light Vehicle Mechanic
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician Apprentice Diesel Fitter Automotive Mechanic Light Vehicle Mechanic + 2 more
AUR20420

Certificate II in Automotive Electrical Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $5,970
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
AUM30218

Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations - Bus, Truck and Trailer
On Campus, Traineeship
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Technician Vehicle Body Builder
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Production Technician Vehicle Body Builder
AUR20220

Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 36 months
$0 - $6,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Apprentice Automotive Electrician
AUR20720

Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $5,654
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Service Advisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Apprentice Mechanic Service Advisor
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