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A Parts Interpreter sells automotive parts for cars, motorbikes and other vehicles. You may speak with customers to determine their needs and source parts from suppliers. Parts Interpreters are employed in car dealerships, mechanical workshops or specialty parts stores. You may sell all types of parts or specialise in an area such as stereo equipment or car alarms.
Parts Interpreters should have good customer service skills and be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. It’s important you can manage your time well and handle several tasks at one time. Parts Interpreters should be good problem solvers and be able to carry out various administrative tasks.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Parts Interpreter.
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Learn to sell vehicles, spare parts, and services with the AUR31020 Certificate III in Automotive Sales. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that delivers the real-world skills you need to work and succeed in an automotive workshop and sales floor. This course covers workplace safety, customer service and complaints, processing sales, communication, stock control and warehousing. Enquire now for the course outline, training dates, and information about how to enrol..
Average duration: 12 months.
In Australia, a full time Parts Interpreter generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
There has been stable employment growth in this sector in recent years. There are currently 16,200 people working as a Parts Interpreter in Australia compared to 15,700 five years ago. Parts Interpreters may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Parts Interpreter interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Automotive Sales. This course covers a range of topics including workplace safety, customer service and complaints, processing sales, communication, stock control and warehousing.
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$1,250 weekly pay
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