| Occupation Title | MOTOR MECHANIC (GENERAL) |
| ANZSCO Code | 321211 |
| Occupations in this Group | 321211 Motor Mechanic (General) 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic 321213 Motorcycle Mechanic 321214 Small Engine Mechanic |
| Description | Maintains, tests and repairs petrol engines and the mechanical parts of lightweight motor vehicles such as transmissions, suspension, steering and brakes. Registration or licensing may be required. |
| Skill Level | 3 |
| Alternative Titles | Automotive Light Mechanic |
| Specialisation | Automatic Transmission Mechanic Automotive Airconditioning Mechanic Brake Mechanic Ground Support Equipment Fitter (Air Force) Vehicle Mechanic (Army) |
| Occupation List | Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) |
| Combined list of eligible skilled occupations for subclasses 457 and 186 | |
| Caveats | None |
| Tasks | -detecting and diagnosing faults in engines and parts |
| -dismantling and removing engine assemblies, transmissions, steering mechanisms and other components, and checking parts | |
| -repairing and replacing worn and defective parts and reassembling mechanical components, and referring to service manuals as needed | |
| -performing scheduled maintenance services, such as oil changes, lubrications and engine tune-ups, to achieve smoother running of vehicles and ensure compliance with pollution regulations | |
| -reassembling engines and parts after being repaired | |
| -testing and adjusting mechanical parts after being repaired for proper performance | |
| -diagnosing and testing parts with the assistance of computers | |
| -may inspect vehicles and issue roadworthiness certificates or detail work required to achieve roadworthiness | |
| Skills Assessment Authority | Trades Recognition Australia |
| Related Occupations | 321212 Diesel Motor Mechanic |
| 321213 Motorcycle Mechanic | |
| 321214 Small Engine Mechanic | |
| State Sponsorship Options | Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) Sponsorship |
| Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489) Sponsorship | |
| English Requirements | Competent English (e.g. IELTS: at least 6 in each skill) |