Auto Electrician Jobs in Demand
Auto Electrician Jobs in Demand TRS Resourcing is a leading technical blue-collar recruitment company in Australia. We connect valued Australian businesses with skilled workers in a variety of trades. Our expert team has helped countless mechanics, welders, spray painters, electricians, manual labourers, and many more to find blue-collar jobs. Our industry leading clients are often…
Auto Electrician Jobs in Demand
TRS Resourcing is a leading technical blue-collar recruitment company in Australia.
We connect valued Australian businesses with skilled workers in a variety of trades. Our expert team has helped countless mechanics, welders, spray painters, electricians, manual labourers, and many more to find blue-collar jobs.
Our industry leading clients are often in need of suitably qualified auto electricians to join their team. In this blog, we will discuss the career path of an auto electrician in Australia.
What is an Auto Electrician?
Automotive electricians (sometimes known as automotive electrical fitters) are technical workers who specialise in automotive electrical systems. They install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment of all kinds on vehicles.
They help maintain fleets of vehicles and heavy vehicles ranging from cars, trucks, buses, and even ships. Auto electrical knowledge and technical skills are needed for almost every type of vehicle.
People interested in this line of work need to be skilled with their hands and intimately understand how these systems work. Auto electricians need to have the ability to read technical drawings and make calculations related to electrical systems.
Auto electricians work in a wide variety of settings, including automotive workshops and dealerships. Physical fitness is required for the manual labor involved in servicing the cars.
Auto electricians can expect a career that is both rewarding and secure.
Demand in Australia
According to the National Industry Insights AISC Automotive electricians work as part of the broader automotive industry, contributing over $35 billion to the economy.
Even with the close of automotive manufacturing in Australia, motor vehicle repair and maintenance alone generates a significant economic contribution. The automotive industry employs hundreds of thousands of blue collar workers a year.
The number of auto electricians fell dramatically from 2019 to 2020. However, much of this can be attributed to the impact of Covid-19. There is predicted growth in demand for auto electricians over the next five years, particularly in Western Australia.
There are currently around 2400 workers in the industry. While a relatively small workforce, all cars have electrical parts and will always need auto electrics services. Consumer demand for auto electrical services is evident – the top google search for the trade is “auto electricians near me”.
Auto Electrician Salary
According to Talent Auto electricians in Australia earn an average salary of between $110,000 – $130,000 per year. As with many roles, this usually increases in line with the worker’s experience. The entry-level auto electrician pay in Australia can range from $70,000-$80,000 a year, with substantial growth potential.
The vast majority of auto electricians work in a full time position, averaging 48 hours a week, according to Government figures.
Auto electricians are well placed to negotiate highly competitive salaries because of the skills and technical knowledge required in this field.
Skills and Training
An Auto Electrician is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all electrical components of motor vehicles. Auto electricians service, maintain vehicle systems and identify any mechanical or electrical problems of the car. This requires technical knowledge of electrical systems and hands-on ability.
Auto Electricians usually hold a Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology or equivalent. This includes two years or more of on-the-job training. Auto electrician apprenticeships are available through many local and larger companies looking to increase their skilled workforce.
The skills and requirements for Auto Electricians:
- Electrical knowledge (for example, reading electrical circuits)
- Experience with automotive electronics
- Fault-finding electrical issues
- Interpreting workshop drawings
- Repair and maintain electrical requirements following road transport regulations
- Testing parts, including generators, alternators, voltage regulators, and starter motors
- Replacing faulty lamps, switches and fuses, testing air conditioning
Working as an auto electrician requires a vast amount of technical knowledge and attention to detail. It also involves problem-solving, fault-finding, and creative thinking. As electronic components rapidly change and improve, auto electricians must keep up to date with the latest technologies.
Did you know a career automotive electrician can work with a wide range of vehicles and technologies? If you’re a car lover who likes to tinker with equipment, this might be the perfect job for you.
Are you thinking about a career as an auto electrician? This SEEK article has some more information and advice:
Why choose TRS?
As a primarily blue collar staffing agency, we know the ins and outs of the technical workforce in Australia. With offices in Melbourne and Perth, our recruiters have combined experience of over 20 years in the industry. Our clients regularly entrust us to find suitable candidates to join their team.
We offer:
- A personal and consultative approach to all our job placements
- A professional and polished CV using our free CV generator
- Safety inductions to prepare you for any workplace or site
- Stored records of your certificates, and licences to get jobs quickly
- Checks to ensure your right to work in Australia are completed early and on time
- Confidentiality and privacy of your information
Find your next job today
Are you tired of googling “auto electrician Melbourne” or “auto electrician Perth”? Your job search doesn’t have to be complicated. Through a labour hire company such as TRS we can help you put your best foot forward. Get in touch with TRS Resourcing and our recruiters can help you take the next steps in your career. We currently have several jobs advertised for Automotive Electricians across Perth and Melbourne.
