MOTOR MECHANIC (General) – ANZSCO 321211

NOTE: The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released a new classification system called OSCA (Occupational Skills Classification of Australia), which may be adopted for immigration purposes in the future. This occupation is listed under the ANZSCO classification system, which is currently used by the Department of Home Affairs for skilled migration assessments.

Corresponding OSCA Occupation:

• Automotive Technician (General) – OSCA 351131 (Click to view OSCA details)

MOTOR MECHANIC (GENERAL) maintains, tests and repairs petrol engines and the mechanical parts of lightweight motor vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Alternative Title:

• Automotive Light Mechanic

Specialisations:

• Automatic Transmission Mechanic
• Automotive Airconditioning Mechanic
• Brake Mechanic
• Ground Support Equipment Fitter (Air Force)
• Vehicle Mechanic (Army)

Potential Visa Options for Motor Mechanic (General)

UNIT GROUP 3212 MOTOR MECHANICS

MOTOR MECHANICS repair, maintain and test motor vehicle and other internal combustion engines and related mechanical components.

NOTE: Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters are excluded from this unit group. Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters are included in Unit Group 8994 Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories Fitters.

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:

NZ Register 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:

• detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts
• dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts
• repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed
• performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations
• reassembling engines and parts after being repaired
• testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance
• diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers
• may inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness

Occupations in this Group:

• 321211 Motor Mechanic (General)
• 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic
• 321213 Motorcycle Mechanic
• 321214 Small Engine Mechanic

Skills Assessment Requirements

Most skilled visas and employer-sponsored visas require a skills assessment. Exemptions are available only in very limited circumstances.

The skills assessment authority for Diesel Motor Mechanics is Trade Recognition Australia (TRA). If eligible, you may also obtain a skills assessment through VETASSESS, which conducts trade skills assessments on behalf of Trade Recognition Australia (TRA).

TRA Skills Assessment Pathways

TRA has following four skills assessment Programs : 

• Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP)
• Migration Skills Assessment (MSA)
• Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) Skills Assessment
• Job Ready Program (JRP)