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AURAMA001
Work effectively with others in an automotive workplace

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit describes the performance outcomes required to work effectively with a range of people in an automotive workplace. It involves identifying own and others’ job roles, communicating appropriately, working in shared tasks, and dealing with issues, problems and conflicts.

It applies to those working in the automotive service and repair industry.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Determine own and others’ roles and job requirements

1.1 Own and others’ workplace responsibilities and duties are identified

1.2 Clarification is sought from colleagues and supervisor where uncertainty or overlap of job roles occurs

1.3 Communication with colleagues and others is performed in a courteous manner, using language appropriate to the audience, and according to workplace procedures

1.4 Differences in personal values and beliefs of colleagues are accepted and professional behaviour maintained in all activities

1.5 Safe and appropriate workplace attire is identified, used and maintained

2. Work in shared tasks

2.1 Own and others’ roles in shared tasks are determined and clarified

2.2 Participation in task planning is carried out as required, work-related information is shared, and constructive contributions are made

2.3 Work tasks are carried out according to personal roles and responsibilities and workplace requirements

2.4 Support is provided to colleagues to ensure tasks and goals are met, as required

2.5 Constructive feedback on performance provided by colleagues is requested, acknowledged, and acted on

2.6 Suggestions for improvements to processes are made and discussed with colleagues

3. Deal effectively with issues, problems and conflict in work groups

3.1 Personal issues that impact on own work and relationships with colleagues are discussed with supervisor, as required

3.2 Workplace issues with colleagues are identified, discussed and a resolution found according to workplace procedures

3.3 Difficult to resolve issues, problems and conflict are escalated to appropriate person according to workplace procedures

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

work effectively with others in an automotive workplace, in which the work must involve:

participating in one shared work task involving two colleagues

providing support on a work task to a colleague

responding to feedback provided by a group member

facilitating the resolution of a work issue or problem.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

common types of automotive workplace job roles and accountabilities, including:

trainee assistant

technician

diagnostic technician

workshop supervisor

accounts person

sales person

business owner

customer

key features of workplace policies and procedures, including:

codes of conduct, including those for workplace:

discrimination

violence, bullying and harassment

disciplinary policies

leave policies

basic communication techniques and styles for different audiences, including appropriate language, tone and emphasis

fundamentals of working effectively with others, including:

active listening

establishing common goals

assigning roles

creating objectives and timelines

resolving conflicts quickly and fairly

methods for obtaining and giving feedback, including:

formal and informal performance appraisal methods

verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

techniques for supporting work group members

basic ethical principles of respect for persons, including:

understanding and respecting cultural differences

identifying common ground

basic conflict-resolution strategies

workplace procedures and requirements relating to personal presentation, attire and grooming.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to having worked effectively with others in an automotive workplace, e.g. supervisor performance reports.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

commercially realistic range of diverse workplace colleagues

documentation, including workplace policies and procedures manuals relating to ethics, employee and employer rights and responsibilities, attire and grooming, job descriptions and organisational charts.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Elements

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance Criteria

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold and italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Determine own and others’ roles and job requirements

1.1 Own and others’ workplace responsibilities and duties are identified

1.2 Clarification is sought from colleagues and supervisor where uncertainty or overlap of job roles occurs

1.3 Communication with colleagues and others is performed in a courteous manner, using language appropriate to the audience, and according to workplace procedures

1.4 Differences in personal values and beliefs of colleagues are accepted and professional behaviour maintained in all activities

1.5 Safe and appropriate workplace attire is identified, used and maintained

2. Work in shared tasks

2.1 Own and others’ roles in shared tasks are determined and clarified

2.2 Participation in task planning is carried out as required, work-related information is shared, and constructive contributions are made

2.3 Work tasks are carried out according to personal roles and responsibilities and workplace requirements

2.4 Support is provided to colleagues to ensure tasks and goals are met, as required

2.5 Constructive feedback on performance provided by colleagues is requested, acknowledged, and acted on

2.6 Suggestions for improvements to processes are made and discussed with colleagues

3. Deal effectively with issues, problems and conflict in work groups

3.1 Personal issues that impact on own work and relationships with colleagues are discussed with supervisor, as required

3.2 Workplace issues with colleagues are identified, discussed and a resolution found according to workplace procedures

3.3 Difficult to resolve issues, problems and conflict are escalated to appropriate person according to workplace procedures

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Identification must be based on:

information and instructions about:

objectives

performance requirements

workplace procedures.

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

work effectively with others in an automotive workplace, in which the work must involve:

participating in one shared work task involving two colleagues

providing support on a work task to a colleague

responding to feedback provided by a group member

facilitating the resolution of a work issue or problem.

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

common types of automotive workplace job roles and accountabilities, including:

trainee assistant

technician

diagnostic technician

workshop supervisor

accounts person

sales person

business owner

customer

key features of workplace policies and procedures, including:

codes of conduct, including those for workplace:

discrimination

violence, bullying and harassment

disciplinary policies

leave policies

basic communication techniques and styles for different audiences, including appropriate language, tone and emphasis

fundamentals of working effectively with others, including:

active listening

establishing common goals

assigning roles

creating objectives and timelines

resolving conflicts quickly and fairly

methods for obtaining and giving feedback, including:

formal and informal performance appraisal methods

verbal and non-verbal communication techniques

techniques for supporting work group members

basic ethical principles of respect for persons, including:

understanding and respecting cultural differences

identifying common ground

basic conflict-resolution strategies

workplace procedures and requirements relating to personal presentation, attire and grooming.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment must include direct observation of tasks.

Where assessment of competency includes third-party evidence, individuals must provide evidence that links them to having worked effectively with others in an automotive workplace, e.g. supervisor performance reports.

Assessors must verify performance evidence through questioning on skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

The following resources must be made available:

automotive repair workplace or simulated workplace

commercially realistic range of diverse workplace colleagues

documentation, including workplace policies and procedures manuals relating to ethics, employee and employer rights and responsibilities, attire and grooming, job descriptions and organisational charts.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Own and others’ workplace responsibilities and duties are identified 
Clarification is sought from colleagues and supervisor where uncertainty or overlap of job roles occurs 
Communication with colleagues and others is performed in a courteous manner, using language appropriate to the audience, and according to workplace procedures 
Differences in personal values and beliefs of colleagues are accepted and professional behaviour maintained in all activities 
Safe and appropriate workplace attire is identified, used and maintained 
Own and others’ roles in shared tasks are determined and clarified 
Participation in task planning is carried out as required, work-related information is shared, and constructive contributions are made 
Work tasks are carried out according to personal roles and responsibilities and workplace requirements 
Support is provided to colleagues to ensure tasks and goals are met, as required 
Constructive feedback on performance provided by colleagues is requested, acknowledged, and acted on 
Suggestions for improvements to processes are made and discussed with colleagues 
Personal issues that impact on own work and relationships with colleagues are discussed with supervisor, as required 
Workplace issues with colleagues are identified, discussed and a resolution found according to workplace procedures 
Difficult to resolve issues, problems and conflict are escalated to appropriate person according to workplace procedures 
Own and others’ workplace responsibilities and duties are identified 
Clarification is sought from colleagues and supervisor where uncertainty or overlap of job roles occurs 
Communication with colleagues and others is performed in a courteous manner, using language appropriate to the audience, and according to workplace procedures 
Differences in personal values and beliefs of colleagues are accepted and professional behaviour maintained in all activities 
Safe and appropriate workplace attire is identified, used and maintained 
Own and others’ roles in shared tasks are determined and clarified 
Participation in task planning is carried out as required, work-related information is shared, and constructive contributions are made 
Work tasks are carried out according to personal roles and responsibilities and workplace requirements 
Support is provided to colleagues to ensure tasks and goals are met, as required 
Constructive feedback on performance provided by colleagues is requested, acknowledged, and acted on 
Suggestions for improvements to processes are made and discussed with colleagues 
Personal issues that impact on own work and relationships with colleagues are discussed with supervisor, as required 
Workplace issues with colleagues are identified, discussed and a resolution found according to workplace procedures 
Difficult to resolve issues, problems and conflict are escalated to appropriate person according to workplace procedures 

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