on 20-07-2013 05:01 PM
Hi there, can anyone out there help? Been a mechanic for the last 20 years and 2 years ago suffered a shoulder injury. My shoulder is now comming right (After surgery) BUT I have to hang up the spanners. I would love to get into the parts side of things and see there is a lack of experience behind some counters. If anyone knows anyone that could help me get started in the automotive parts etc, would be much Appreciated!! Thanks for taking the time to Veiw this tread.
on 21-07-2013 05:56 PM
on 21-07-2013 08:39 PM
Thanks Dave for taking the time to reply. I didn't think for a minute it was going to be easy and it's not. This is all new to me, but I do look forward to the challenge. Do you enjoy the parts side of it or do you miss the hands on stuff? I will look into the links you profided and again Thanks VERY much for your reply! I will let you know how I go. Cheers Shayne
on 22-07-2013 03:41 AM
Yes it's satisfying, but it can be repetitive and some parts of the job description are downright boring.
You really need to have an affinity for numbers, enjoy problem solving and accuracy
I moved on to my certificate 4 and then graduate diploma in workplace assessment and training and now
teach casually at Tafe and other training venues and only make "guest appearances" parts interpreting.
I still end up with a black knee worshipping "the great spanner god" using my good arm while pointing friends, relatives and wannabes in the right direction....
This may be a direction you could also consider if retraining...
http://www.plentytraining.edu.au/online-courses/certificate-iv-in-training-and-assessment-tae40110
The TAE40110 is Australia’s newest Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
The TAE40110 replaces the older TAA40104 qualification and is the new standard in becoming a qualified trainer.
It allows you to work within the entire vocational education and training (VET) sector – with typical job titles including workplace trainer; workplace assessor; registered training organisation (RTO) or TAFE trainer; RTO or TAFE assessor; training adviser; training needs analyst; and vocational education teacher.
on 22-07-2013 07:07 PM
What kind of mechanicing have you been involved in? Cars only, or any heavy transport experience?
on 22-07-2013 08:12 PM
Hi there, cars and light truck and a little heavy truck but only brakes, wheel bearings. Thanks for taking the time to reply to my ad. Regards Shayne.