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Mechanic's Assistant

OSCA 899433·ANZSCO 899916

Employed

2,000

Part-time share

25.4%

Female share

7.1%

Median age

33 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Mechanic's Assistant is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology, Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology, Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation, and Certificate II in Automotive Cylinder Head Reconditioning.

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About this career

Assists automotive technicians to replace and repair worn and defective parts, reassemble mechanical components, change oil and filters, and perform other routine mechanical tasks.

What they typically do

  • Assists in the replacement and repair of worn and faulty motor parts
  • Reassembles mechanical components under the guidance of automotive technicians
  • Performs routine mechanical tasks such as checking and adjusting fluid levels, replacing batteries and filters, and cleaning components
  • Assists in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues
  • Assists in conducting vehicle inspections and tests
  • Retrieves and delivers vehicles to customers or other locations as required

Where they work

Other Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
25.8%
WA
21.4%
NSW
19.7%
VIC
18%
SA
9.7%
TAS
2.9%
NT
1.4%
ACT
1.1%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Mechanic's Assistant.

  • Certificate II in Outdoor Power Equipment Technology

    AUR20820 · AQF 2 · 6 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology

    AUR20220 · AQF 2 · 48 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation

    AUR20720 · AQF 2 · 89 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Cylinder Head Reconditioning

    AUR21520 · AQF 2 · 1 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Underbody Technology

    AUR21220 · AQF 2 · 10 providers

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  • Certificate II in Motor Sport Technology

    AUR21020 · AQF 2 · 3 providers

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  • Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation

    AUR10120 · AQF 1 · 41 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Steering and Suspension System Technology

    AUR21820 · AQF 2 · 7 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology

    AUR20920 · AQF 2 · 17 providers

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  • Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology

    AUR20520 · AQF 2 · 53 providers

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