Careers & pathways
How to become a light vehicle mechanic in Australia
Light vehicle mechanics diagnose, service and repair cars and light commercial vehicles.
The work
What the job involves
- Carry out scheduled servicing
- Diagnose engine, transmission and brake faults
- Replace and repair components
- Road test and verify repairs
Where the work happens
Workshops and service centres, working on hoists and with diagnostic equipment.
Typical qualification pathway
The qualification usually used to enter this work
The usual entry qualification is Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology (AUR30620), a nationally recognised qualification on the national register. The registered training organisations approved to deliver and issue it are listed on training.gov.au.
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