Craft the Extraordinary: Ready to build custom vehicles from the ground up and bring unique designs to life? Step into the world of Vehicle Body Building with an apprenticeship that combines precision fabrication, engineering, and creative vision! You’ll join the ranks of skilled craftspeople who construct and modify specialized vehicle bodies for a diverse range of purposes, from buses and caravans to emergency vehicles and custom transport.

As an apprentice, you’ll gain extensive hands-on experience in every stage of vehicle body construction. You can expect to dive in and learn how to:

• Read and interpret complex blueprints and design specifications for vehicle chassis and body structures.
• Fabricate, assemble, and fit various materials including steel, aluminium, and composite panels to create custom vehicle bodies.

And lots more…

The Qualification: Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations (Vehicle Body) (AUR31120)

Benefits of Gaining Qualification:

You’ll earn a wage while training in a highly specialised and creative trade. This apprenticeship equips you with versatile and sought-after skills, allowing you to contribute to a niche but vital part of the automotive industry. You’ll develop expertise in advanced fabrication techniques, welding, structural assembly, precision measurement, and material handling, building a solid foundation for a rewarding career in custom vehicle manufacturing, bus and coach building, trailer production, or specialised vehicle modification.

Outcomes After Qualification:

Upon completion, you’ll be ready to specialize in roles such as:

• Vehicle Body Builder: Construct and assemble entire vehicle bodies, often for buses, trucks, caravans, or custom applications.
• Coach Builder: Focus on the fabrication and assembly of passenger transport vehicles like buses and coaches.
• Specialised Vehicle Fabricator: Work on unique projects, building bodies for ambulances, fire trucks, mobile workshops, or bespoke recreational vehicles.

How Long?

An Apprenticeship typically takes 36-48 months, but it truly depends on each individual and how quickly you can complete your competencies.

What to Expect:

Prepare for a demanding yet rewarding blend of hands-on workshop practicals and theoretical classroom learning. You’ll work with a variety of tools, machinery, and materials, mastering intricate fabrication processes, structural integrity principles, and adherence to strict safety and industry standards. Your problem-solving skills and attention to detail will be crucial in turning complex designs into functional and robust vehicles.

Ready to Build the Vehicles of Tomorrow?

Begin your journey with a Vehicle Body Building apprenticeship and gain the skills to thrive in a rewarding career, designing and constructing the specialized vehicles that serve unique purposes across industries and communities.