2.0Low RiskShortage
Panelbeaters
Automotive and Engineering Trades Workers · Panelbeaters, and Vehicle Body Builders, Trimmers and Painters
AI exposure measures how much this occupation's tasks may change. It is not the probability that the job will disappear.
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Median Weekly Pay
$1,848
Full-time workers
Employment
11,400
Total workers
10yr Growth
+0.0%
Projected to 2035
Shortage Status
Shortage
Key Insight
Panelbeaters is IN SHORTAGE and has LOW AI risk — a strong outlook for workers in this field.
JSA Official AI Exposure
Automation11.0%
Augmentation41.0%
Key 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
Employment Projections to 2035
Median Age
41
Female Share
0.0%
Part-Time Share
8.0%
Skill Level
3 / 5