Many employees in the national system are covered by an award. Awards, (also called modern awards), are legal documents that set the minimum pay rates and conditions of employment.
The summary below lists some of the more common jobs in the motor vehicle repair, services and retail industry. The table indicates the award and likely classification level. An accurate award classification requires a detailed job description. If you are unsure about award coverage, please contact the MTA.
| POSITION | CLASSIFICATION | AWARD |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive electrician | Level I R6 (tradesperson or equivalent) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Automotive parts interpreter | Level I R6 (tradesperson or equivalent) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Automotive parts salesperson - other | Level 4 R4 or Level 5 R5 (depending on experience) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Automotive technician (non-trade qualified) | Level 2 R2 (tradesperson’s assistant), or Level 5 R5 (automotive servicer or checker), depending on experience and qualifications. | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Bookkeeper | Level 2 or Level 3 (must have relevant qualification) | Clerks Private Sector Award |
| Car cleaner/washer | Level 2 R2 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award | Level 1 R1 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Customer service employee (car rental business) | Level 1 or 2 (depending on experience) | General Retail Industry Award |
| Car washer/detailer (car rental business) | Level 1 | General Retail Industry Award |
| Motor mechanic/automotive technician | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Motorcycle or motor scooter mechanic | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Panel beater | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Painter | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Service advisor (clerical/administrative role) | Level 2 or Level 3 (depending on experience) | Clerks Private Sector Award |
| Service advisor (trade qualified and using qualification expertise in the role) | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Service receptionist | Level 3 R3 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Storeperson | Level 3 R3 (first 12 months) or Level 4 R4 (more than 12 months experience) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Tradesperson’s assistant | Level 1 R1 or Level 2 R2 (depending on experience) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Tyre fitter | Level 2 R2 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Vehicle salesperson | Level 4 R4 (first 6 months) or Level I R6 (more than 6 months experience) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Warranty clerk | Level 3 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Wheel aligner (other than a tradesperson) | Level 3 R3 (first 6 months) or Level 4 R4 (more than 6 months experience) | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
| Wheel aligner (tradesperson or equivalent) | Level I R6 | Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award |
