Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters (ANZSCO 8994)
Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters are skilled professionals who specialize in fitting and replacing parts and accessories on motor vehicles. They play a crucial role in ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of vehicles.
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
- AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
- NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
At least one year 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 old and damaged parts and cleaning surrounding areas on vehicles
- Fitting batteries and installing accessories such as sunroofs, stereos, and alarms
- Removing damaged glass, trimming strips, and rubber seals from window frames and mountings on motor vehicles, positioning new windscreens and glass windows on frames and attaching and sealing them
- Inspecting, removing, and repairing muffler mountings, and fitting new mufflers, extractors, and exhaust pipes
- Removing radiators from vehicles and cleaning and repairing them
- Installing new or repaired radiators into vehicles and repairing and replacing other units in the cooling system such as thermostats, head gaskets, and water pumps
- Inspecting tires to determine which repair action to implement and repairing punctures in tubes and tubeless tires
- Operating air-driven equipment to remove and refit tires and tubes on vehicles
- Balancing wheels and tires using static and electronic equipment
Occupations:
- 899411 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitter (General)
- 899412 Autoglazier
- 899413 Exhaust and Muffler Repairer
- 899414 Radiator Repairer
- 899415 Tyre Fitter
899411 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitter (General)
Fits and replaces parts and accessories on motor vehicles.
Skill Level: 4
899412 Autoglazier
Alternative Title:
- Windscreen Fitter
Repairs and replaces windscreens and side and rear glass in motor vehicles.
Skill Level: 4
Specialization:
- Vehicle Window Tinter
899413 Exhaust and Muffler Repairer
Alternative Title:
- Exhaust and Muffler Fitter
Repairs and replaces defective exhaust and muffler systems in motor vehicles.
Skill Level: 4
899414 Radiator Repairer
Alternative Title:
- Radiator Fitter
Repairs and replaces radiators and cooling systems in motor vehicles.
Skill Level: 4
899415 Tyre Fitter
Fits, repairs, and replaces tires on motor vehicles.
Skill Level: 4
Unit Groups
- Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitter (General) (ANZSCO 899411)
- Autoglazier (ANZSCO 899412)
- Delving into the Role of Exhaust and Muffler Repairers
- A Comprehensive Guide to Radiator Repairers: Insights into ANZSCO 899414
- The Role of Tyre Fitters in the Automotive Industry