The Auto Industry is Changing and It Needs You!

Today’s automotive industry is driven by technology, innovation, and opportunity.
If you’re hands-on, tech-savvy, people-focused, creative, or analytical there’s a place for you here.
Auto careers now span far beyond the tools of yesterday, offering exciting, future-focused roles that shape the way Australia moves.

Why Choose an Automotive Career?

🚘 Work with Cutting-Edge Technology
From Electric Vehicles and Hybrids to Autonomous Driver Assistance Systems and Diagnostics, today’s automotive professionals work with world-leading tools, software, and systems.

🧼 Modern Workspaces
Forget the old "grease and grit" image, modern workshops are clean, ergonomic, professional environments that rival tech labs.

🎯 A Path for Everyone
Whether you want to fix cars, manage customers, design systems, interpret data, or develop technology, the auto industry offers career paths that suit every interest and skillset.

🌈 Diverse and Inclusive
No matter how you identify or where you’re from, the automotive world is evolving, and it’s ready for you.

Where Can an Automotive Career Take You?

🔧 Technical Trade Roles

• Light Vehicle Mechanic (Automotive Technician)
• Automotive Electrician
• Heavy Vehicle Technician
• Diesel Mechanic
• Electric Vehicle Technician
• Specialist Technician
• Master Technician
• Marine Mechanic
• Motorcycle Mechanic
• Motorsport Technician
• Agricultural Equipment Technician
• Mobile Plant Technician
• and many more...

🚗 Vehicle Body & Collision Repair

• Automotive Refinishing Technician
• Vehicle Body Repair Technician
• Collision Damage Appraiser
• Paintless Dent Repair Technician
• Production Manager
• Repair Estimator
• Vehicle Glazier
• Vehicle Detailer
• Vehicle Loss Assessor
• Vehicle Calibration Specialist
• and many more...

✊ Support & Non-Trade Roles

• Parts & Accessory Fitter
• Spare Parts Interpreter
• Automotive Dealer
• Automotive Salesperson
• Service Advisor
• Service Manager
• Technical Trainer
• Sales & Marketing Specialist
• Warehousing & Logistics
• Warranty Administrator
• and many more...

🎓 Professional & STEM Careers

• Automotive, Mechanical, Electronics, Mechatronics, and Product Development Engineers
• Battery Systems Specialist
• Software Developer
• Data Analyst
• Cybersecurity Specialist
• AI Developer
• Quality Assurance Officer
• and many more...

The Benefits of an Auto Career

✅ Strong job security (huge industry demand)
✅ Earn while you learn with apprenticeships
✅ Work with exciting, evolving technology
✅ Future-facing, globally relevant skills
✅ Opportunities to own or manage your own business
✅ A career filled with variety, teamwork, and real-world problem-solving
✅ Flexible working options
✅ Excellent long-term earning potential

Introducing the GearUP Auto Careers Initiative

GearUP by Mechanic.com.au is a national initiative designed to secure the future of Australia’s automotive workforce.
We’re on a mission to help more Australians discover rewarding careers in the auto industry and to help industry businesses connect with the skilled people they need to thrive.
Through career expos, the GearUP Auto Careers Hub, and partnerships with leading brands, GearUP is inspiring a new generation of automotive talent.

What We’re Doing (and Why)

Closing the Skills Gap: The industry is already short over 26,000 skilled workers, projected to grow to over 32,000 by 2030.

Changing Perceptions: Automotive careers are no longer about greasy overalls, they’re about innovation, technology, and opportunity.

Connecting Talent and Industry: Through resources, real-world stories, and events, we’re building stronger bridges between emerging talent and the businesses that need them.

What’s Next for You?

🚀 If You’re Interested in an Auto Career

👉 Create your FREE account at the GearUP Auto Careers Hub.
Find answers to common questions, take a suitability quiz, explore pathways, watch real-world interviews, and connect with businesses hiring now.

🔗 Get Started at www.gearup.careers

🛠️ If You’re a Workshop or Auto Business

👉 Find out how Mechanic.com.au’s EVOLVE Program can help you connect with emerging talent while saving time and boosting your workshop’s performance.

🔗 Learn more at www.evolvetoday.au

🤝 If You’re an Industry Brand or Organisation

👉 Partner with GearUP to support the next generation of automotive professionals.
Contact us to discuss partnership opportunities and get involved.

Ready to Drive the Future?

The automotive industry is changing and the future belongs to those who GearUP.