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Automotive Body Repair Apprentice Courses

An Automotive Body Repair Apprentice works under the supervision of experienced panel beaters and body repair technicians to learn how to repair, replace, and restore damaged vehicle body panels.

    • -1.181 AI Exposure: Low

      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Automotive Body Repair Apprentice careers

An Automotive Body Repair Apprentice works under the supervision of experienced panel beaters and body repair technicians to learn how to repair, replace, and restore damaged vehicle body panels.

This hands-on role involves tasks such as removing dents, realigning chassis and frames, replacing damaged parts, welding, and sanding surfaces in preparation for painting. Apprentices also learn to use specialised tools and machinery, read technical drawings, and apply workplace safety standards.