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Are you looking for a hands-on career in a growing industry?

A career in the automotive industry offers diverse job opportunities, stable employment and collaborative, hands-on work environments. Over 300,000 people across Australia are employed in the automotive industry and thanks to advancements in technology, the career opportunities are only growing.

Whether you are interested in servicing cars, manufacturing purpose-built vehicles or maintaining heavy plant machinery, the automotive industry has a wide range of job opportunities. Take a Certificate II or III course or enrol in an automotive short course at TAFE and get a flying start in a rewarding automotive career.

 

  • Automotive Air Conditioning Serviceperson 
  • Automotive Electrical Component Installer
  • Accessory Fitter
  • Automotive Electrical Trainee/Assistant
  • Light Vehicle Mechanical Technician 
  • Tyre Fitter and Repairer
  • Automotive Salesperson 
  • Various Other Opportunities

Did you know?

A $12 million upgrade has recently transformed heavy plant, engineering & trades workshops at Kalgoorlie & Northam campuses.

 

Reasons to study in this industry

  • Automotive electricians, mechanics, panel beaters and vehicle painters are in high demand
  • Most industries, particularly construction & mining, and manufacturing depend on a strong transport industry
  • The beauty of working within the automotive industry is it's very diverse, providing opportunities for a range of skillsets

Keen to understand what keeps modern vehicles ticking? Our Automotive Electrical courses will give you the hands-on skills and technical knowledge to diagnose and repair electrical systems in a wide range of vehicles. Perfect for problem-solvers who enjoy getting under the hood and keeping things running smoothly.

Automotive Electrical Courses

Want to help build the future of transport? Our Automotive Manufacturing courses will have you modifying, repairing and assembling vehicles from light commercial to heavy-duty. As technology evolves, so does this industry—offering a fast-paced, practical and ever-changing career path.

Automotive Manufacturing Courses

Fascinated by the big machines that drive mining, agriculture and construction? Our Heavy Automotive Plant courses will teach you to service and repair the heavy hitters of industry. It’s the perfect fit for hands-on thinkers who enjoy a challenge and want to work on powerful equipment.

Heavy Automotive Plant Courses

Love solving mechanical mysteries? With our Vehicle Servicing courses, you’ll get the skills to inspect, diagnose and repair everything from brakes and transmissions to air conditioning and suspension. Whether you’re working on cars, motorbikes or heavy vehicles, we’ll help you build a solid career from the ground up.

Vehicle Servicing Courses

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    Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology (Mobile Plant Equipment)

    National ID AUR31220 | State ID AD83

    Ready for a career fixing all the big toys?

    Please note, this course can only be accessed by an employed apprentice, if this course interests you, please speak to your employer or employment agency about signing up as an apprentice.

    This course will set you up for...

    Campuses
    • Geraldton
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship
    • Workplace