Will AI replace Vehicle Painters in Australia?

Based on our analysis of official government data, Vehicle Painters has an AI exposure score of 2.5/10. This occupation has low AI automation risk.

What is the job outlook for Vehicle Painters in Australia?

Vehicle Painters currently employs 9,200 people in Australia. The projected 10-year employment growth is +0.2%. The current shortage status is: Shortage.

How much do Vehicle Painters earn in Australia?

The median weekly earnings for full-time Vehicle Painters in Australia is $1,880.

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Vehicle Painters

Automotive and Engineering Trades Workers · Panelbeaters, and Vehicle Body Builders, Trimmers and Painters

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Low Risk

Median Weekly Pay

$1,880

Full-time workers

Employment

9,200

Total workers

10yr Growth

+0.2%

Projected to 2035

Shortage Status

Shortage

Key Insight

Vehicle Painters is IN SHORTAGE and has LOW AI risk — a strong outlook for workers in this field.

JSA Official AI Exposure

Automation13.0%

Augmentation52.0%

Key Tasks

•Removing rough spots on vehicle panels
•Sanding surfaces by hand and with power sanders
•Masking areas not to be painted with tape and paper
•Colour matching and mixing paints to match paint shades, and selecting pre-mixed paint
•Applying primer and finishing coats using spray-guns, and sanding surfaces between coats
•Touching up paintwork and applying polish to vehicles
•Removing masking papers, and waxing and polishing finished paintwork
•Painting signs and artwork on vehicles
•Treating vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals