Performs tests and experiments, and provides technical support to assist Agricultural Research Scientists, Agronomists and Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing and advises on, installs and services advanced agriculture technology and equipment such as precision agricultural solutions, virtual fencing, and automatic milking machines.
Broad state reach across 8 jurisdictions. Listed on the CSOL — employer-sponsored pathways prioritised.
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“Agricultural, Agritech and Aquaculture Technicians perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support to assist Agricultural and Fisheries Scientists, Agronomists and Farmers in areas such as research, crop and animal health, production, servicing and marketing.”
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Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) In New Zealand: NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
1 direct PR route, 0 provisional regional routes (convert via 191), and 1 temporary work visa.
Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Permanent residence sponsored by an Australian employer. Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, or Labour Agreement streams.
Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191
No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.
Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa. Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Essential Skills streams.
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, livestock and aquatic stock, and assisting in devising methods of control
examining environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health and production of aquatic stock
analysing produce to set and maintain standards of quality
monitoring livestock and aquatic stock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
assisting in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved crop, livestock and aquatic stock strains
artificially inseminating livestock for breeding purposes
providing advice on breeding selection and techniques
providing advice, training and technical support and services on technology solutions such as sensors, farm management software, data and robotics
installing, programming, testing, repairing and maintaining animal and crop health monitoring equipment
developing, operating and maintaining complex technological systems and equipment used in farm production, including analysing data and preparing reports
applying geospatial and other technology systems to support primary production such as automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applications and surveying equipment
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 and animal husbandry purposes
may advise producers on farming techniques and management and production processes
Occupation:
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311113 Animal Husbandry Technician
311114 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician
311115 Irrigation Designer
The headline workforce, pay, shortage and demographic indicators for this occupation, sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia.
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