Description
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
Alternative Titles
- Collision Repairer
Specializations
NULL
Skills Assessment Authority
Caveats
Group: 3241 Panelbeaters
Description
repair damage to metal, fibreglass and plastic body work on vehicles, and form replacement vehicle panels.
Tasks
- removing damaged panels and parts, and removing upholstery and accessories to gain access
- removing dents by hammering panels
- 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
- may assist vehicle body builders in constructing and restoring custom-designed, vintage and other specialty vehicles
- may spray-paint vehicles
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.