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Description
3241 Panelbeaters
Panelbeaters repair damage to metal, fibreglass and plastic body work on
vehicles, and form replacement vehicle panels.
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 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.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks Include:
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removing damaged panels and parts, and removing upholstery and accessories to gain access
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removing dents by hammering panels
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straightening damaged vehicles and parts using mechanical and hydraulic equipment
replacing badly damaged sections with new or second-hand panels -
filling depressions with plastic filler, and filing, grinding and sanding repaired surfaces
cutting and joining replacement sections using welding equipment -
fitting repaired or replacement panels on vehicles and refitting body hardware such as door locks and trims
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may assist vehicle body builders in constructing and restoring custom-designed, vintage and other specialty vehicles
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may spray-paint vehicles
Occupation:
324111 Panelbeater
Alternative Title: Collision Repairer
Repairs damage to metal, fibreglass and plastic body work on vehicles and
forms replacement vehicle panels. Registration or licensing may be required.
Skill Level: 3
YouTubes
YouTube: Car Body Repair: - Panel beating and spraying - General
repair - Tips of the trade Part 1
https://youtu.be/-Bmwt46tzKU
YouTube: Part 2
https://youtu.be/ORFa_iPtAeY
YouTube: Part 3
https://youtu.be/AaHxzkcnMI8
YouTube:
Part 4
https://youtu.be/XUQwAs9hhTc
YouTube:
Day in the life of an Autoglass Technician
https://youtu.be/j5FquOqpaoo?si=NG0kRwso0cL9unY6
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