Performs tests and experiments, and provides technical support to assist Agricultural Scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing.
Broad state reach across 8 jurisdictions.
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“AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIANS perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support to assist Agricultural Scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing.”
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
1 direct PR route, 2 provisional regional routes (convert via 191), and 1 temporary work visa.
Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Provisional visa for regional employer sponsorship. 3-year commitment with a clear pathway to permanent residence via 191.
Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191
Provisional regional visa via state/territory or family sponsorship. Live, work and study regionally for 3 years; pathway to PR via 191.
Closed to new applications. Pathway to subclass 887 permanent residence for existing 489 holders.
Closed to new applications since 16 Nov 2019. Existing holders retain a pathway to subclass 887 PR.
Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway
Workplace-based training visa. Up to 2 years for occupational training, professional development or registration requirements.
Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)
This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.
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Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. VETASSESS looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.
examining topographical, physical and soil characteristics of farmland to determine its most effective use and identify nutrient deficiencies
assisting in developing new methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing crops to achieve optimum land usage
identifying pathogenic micro-organisms and insects, parasites, fungi and weeds harmful to crops and livestock, and assisting in devising methods of control
analysing produce to set and maintain standards of quality
inspecting livestock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
assisting in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved crop and livestock strains
arranging the supply of drugs, vaccines and other chemicals to Farmers and Farm Managers, and giving advice on their use
collecting and collating data for research
planning slaughtering, harvesting and other aspects of production processes
may advise producers on farming techniques and management
The headline workforce, pay, shortage and demographic indicators for this occupation, sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia.
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