Automotive Body Repair Apprentice

An Automotive Body Repair Apprentice works under the supervision of experienced panel beaters and body repair technicians to learn how to repair, replace, and restore damaged vehicle body panels.

This hands-on role involves tasks such as removing dents, realigning chassis and frames, replacing damaged parts, welding, and sanding surfaces in preparation for painting. Apprentices also learn to use specialised tools and machinery, read technical drawings, and apply workplace safety standards.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $27,040
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a automotive body repair apprentice?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AUR32120

Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$10,000 - $19,793
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Panel Beater Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Vehicle Body Builder
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Panel Beater Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Vehicle Body Builder
AUR20920

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
3 - 18 months
$1,800 - $6,980
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Windscreen Fitter
Car Detailer Automotive Body Repair Apprentice
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Panel Beater Windscreen Fitter Car Detailer Automotive Body Repair Apprentice + 2 more
AUR21220

Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology (General Underbody Repair)
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Tyre Fitter
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Tyre Fitter
AUR20916

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (Auto Body Repairs)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Panel Beater Car Detailer Parts Interpreter
Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Automotive Workshop Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Panel Beater Car Detailer Parts Interpreter Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Automotive Workshop Assistant + 2 more
AUR20916

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (Automotive Dismantling)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Parts Interpreter Panel Beater Automotive Body Repair Apprentice
Electric Vehicle Technician Automotive Workshop Assistant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Parts Interpreter Panel Beater Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Electric Vehicle Technician Automotive Workshop Assistant + 2 more
AUR20916

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (Automotive Painting)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Panel Beater
Car Detailer Automotive Refinisher
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spray Painter Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Panel Beater Car Detailer Automotive Refinisher + 2 more
AUR20916

Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology (Vehicle Tinting)
Traineeship
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Car Detailer Automotive Workshop Assistant
Electric Vehicle Technician Vehicle Tinting Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Car Detailer Automotive Workshop Assistant Electric Vehicle Technician Vehicle Tinting Technician + 2 more
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