Panelbeater

ANZSCO Code: 324111

Panel beaters fix broken parts of cars, like metal, fiberglass, and plastic. They also make new panels for cars.

Occupation description

Panel beaters fix dents and damage on cars made of metal, fiberglass, or plastic. They also create new panels for cars when needed.

Their work involves:

Taking off damaged panels, parts, upholstery, and accessories to get to the problem.
Using hammers to fix dents in panels.
Using mechanical and hydraulic tools to straighten out damaged vehicles and parts.
Putting in new or second-hand panels to replace badly damaged sections.
Filling in dents with plastic filler, then smoothing and sanding the fixed areas.
Using welding equipment to cut and connect replacement sections.
Installing repaired or new panels on cars and reattaching body hardware like door locks and trims.

Panel beaters might also:

Help vehicle body builders with building and restoring custom, vintage, or specialty vehicles.
Paint cars with spray paint.

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How will I be assessed?

Stage 1

Documentary Evidence Assessment

We’ll examine the documents you provide to make sure they meet the requirements for employment and training. This will help us confirm that you have the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to work as a panel beater.

Below, you’ll find details about the employment, training, and documents you need:

Download the Evidence guide for info on the evidence required for your application.
If you’re following Pathway 1, find assessment details for your specific job.
Include a video guide and an observation report.
For employment experience requirements in Pathway 1, refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines.
If you’re applying for a Pathway 2 assessment, read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.

Stage 2

Technical Assessment

If you pass Stage 1, you’ll move on to a technical assessment. For details about this assessment, refer to the Pathway 1 Technical Assessment Guide and Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.

What skills and knowledge do I need?

To earn the AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology, you need to showcase your skills and knowledge in the units of competency listed below. You must complete a total of 31 units, which include:

17 core units
14 elective units

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General automotive workplace skills

Code	Title
AURASA102	Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace
AURAEA002	Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace
AURTTK102	Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

Panel repair procedures

Code	Title
AURVTN132	Inspect vehicle damage and determine repair procedures
AURAFA108	Interpret and apply automotive repair instructions
AURVTN003	Remove and store vehicle body components
AURVTN102	Carry out non-structural vehicle panel repairs
AURVTN116	Repair vehicle body panels using filler
AURVTN127	Repair vehicle aluminium body panels using filler
AURVTN115	Repair vehicle body panels using metal finishing
AURVTN017	Repair vehicle thermoplastic body panels and components
AURVTN135	Apply original equipment manufacturer repair procedures during vehicle repairs
AURVTN025	Repair corroded vehicle body panels and components

Welding services

Code	Title
AURVTW103	Carry out advanced gas metal arc welding on vehicle body sections
AURVTN120	Remove and replace major welded panels on vehicles
AURVTN126	Repair vehicle aluminium body panels without the use of body filler
AURVTW105	Carry out spot welding
AURVTN128	Identify and repair high strength steel vehicle components
AURVTW007	Carry out oxyacetylene thermal heating and cutting on vehicle body sections

Major panel repairs

Code	Title
AURVTN018	Repair and replace vehicle structural damage
AURVTN031	Carry out vehicle sectional repairs
AURVTN022	Repair vehicle body misalignment
AURVTN104	Remove, replace and align bolt-on vehicle body panels and components
AURVTN119	Repair vehicle structural damage by riveting
AURVTN123	Repair adhesive bonded structural damage on vehicles
AURTTY001	Repair vehicle chassis, frame and associated components
AURVTN005	Remove and replace adhesive attached components on vehicles
AURVTN029	Set up and operate universal vehicle measuring systems

Vehicle presentation for customer

Code	Title
AURETR125	Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles
AURETR042	Remove, refit and operate electrical components following body repair activities
AURVTA001	Prepare vehicles for customer use

How to Apply

As a tradesperson, your skills and experience will be evaluated by someone familiar with your trade and qualifications. VETASSES is Australia’s primary assessment organization for trades, covering 27 different trade occupations.

Step 1

Check your eligibility to apply for a Trade Skills Assessment.

Step 2

Understand the Assessment Process

Step 3

Confirm the type of evidence you may be asked to provide

Step 4

Find the cost you’ll need to pay up front for your trade skills assessment

Step 5

Apply now.