Panel Beater ANZSCO Code 324111

A person who repairs automobile bodies to their original factory state after they have been damaged (for example, after being in an accident) is known as a panel beater or panel beater in several Commonwealth nations. Auto body mechanics in the United States and Canada perform the same task. Panel beaters employ a variety of abilities, including welding, putty filler application, planishing and metallurgical processes, to repair bodywork. The panel beater may be needed for accident repair to replace or repair automotive parts. Fiberglass, a variety of polymers, steels, and alloys, among other metals, may be used to make these components.

Occupation Descriptions

Panelbeaters create new vehicle panels and fix damage to metal, fiberglass, and plastic bodywork on automobiles.

Their job involves:

Taking out damaged panels and components, as well as the padding and accessories, in order to obtain access.
Panels are hammered to remove dents.
Employing mechanical and hydraulic devices to straighten damaged automobiles and parts.
Substituting fresh or used panels for severely damaged parts.
Repairing surfaces by grinding, sanding, and using plastic filler to fill in depressions.
Using welding equipment, substitute portions are cut and joined.
Installing new or repaired panels on cars and updating body hardware like door locks and trims.

Panelbeaters may also:

Help vehicle body builders make and restore vintage, custom, and other specialty automobiles.
Vehicles painted with spray paint

How will I be assessed?

Stage 1:

Documentary Evidence Assessment

We will check your documentation to make sure it satisfies the training and employment standards and proves you have the required expertise, experience, and knowledge to work as a panel beater.

Below is information regarding the documentation, training, and employment requirements:

Download the Evidence guide to find out what evidence you should provide with your application.
You must also locate information on assessments for your particular occupation if you are on Pathway 1.
Video guide
Observation report
Please refer to the Pathway 1 Employment Experience Guidelines for details regarding the employment experience criteria for a Pathway 1 application.
Please read the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide if you are applying for a Pathway 2 examination.

Stage 2:

Technical Assessment

After passing Stage 1, you’ll need to finish a technical evaluation.

For additional details about the technical assessment, refer to the Pathway 1 Technical Assessment Guide and the Pathway 2 Candidate Guide.

What skills and knowledge do I need?

The AUR32120 Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology is the qualification that is pertinent to this position. You must demonstrate your abilities in the competency units indicated in the table below in order to receive this qualification. A subset of the knowledge and skills needed in Australian businesses are defined in each unit of competency.

You must achieve 31 units of competency:

17 core units
14 elective units

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

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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

If you work as a tradesperson, someone who has experience in your field and is familiar with your qualifications will evaluate your skills and knowledge. As Australia’s top trade assessment organization, VETASSES can evaluate 27 distinct trade occupations.

Step 1

Verify if you are qualified to apply for a Trade Skills Evaluation.

Step 2

Recognize the Evaluation Procedure

Step 3

Verify the kind of proof that you could be required to submit.

Step 4

Find out how much your trade skills assessment will cost upfront.

Step 5

Apply now.