Agricultural Technical Officer 3112-17
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Job description
Examines the characteristics of farm produce, livestock and farm land and identifies problems in support of agricultural scientists.
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Skill level
This occupation requires you to have completed formal qualifications achieved through study, training or work experience and is referred to as the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). You need to have attained AQF Diploma or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. For further information on the Australian Qualifications Framework see the AQF website.
See: www.aqf.edu.au/
Note: The AQF does not provide information or advice on skills assessment.
For information on skills assessment, see the relevant skills assessing authority below.
Skilled occupation information
Points awarded for General Skilled Migration purposes are shown in the table below.
The table also shows if this occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL), part of the Employer Nomination Scheme and on the Migration Occupations in Demand List (MODL).
| Points | SOL | ENSOL | MODL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | No | Yes | No |
Skills assessment authority
Before you can migrate to Australia as a skilled migrant you must have your skills assessed by the relevant national assessment authority. The assessment authority for your occupation is:
Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services (VETASSESS)
VETASSESS is the authority in Australia responsible for assessing this occupation for the purposes of skilled migration.
Factors which are taken into account in assessments include the education system of the country concerned, the awarding institution, and the level, structure, length and content of the program of study undertaken.
This occupation may also require you to obtain licensing and registration from the relevant professional body before you can practise your occupation in Australia.
For more information about having your qualification assessed contact VETASSESS.
Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services
VETASSESS
GPO Box 2752
MELBOURNE VIC 3001
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: 61 3 9655 4801
Fax: 61 3 9654 3385
Email: vetassess@vetassess.com.au
Website: http://www.vetassess.com.au
For State/ Territory information please see below.
Licensing or registration requirements
In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you wish to practise your occupation. Select from the following state links to find out details of the local authority in your state.
New South Wales
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in New South Wales.
Victoria
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Victoria.
Queensland
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Queensland.
South Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in South Australia.
Western Australia
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Western Australia.
Tasmania
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in Tasmania.
Northern Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the Northern Territory.
Australian Capital Territory
There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in the ACT.
Additional training
You may require additional training in Australia before you can get your skills recognised, licensed or registered. For more information contact the relevant state or territory licensing or registration body listed above. You can also check with the Overseas Qualifications Unit in your state or territory.
See: Overseas Qualifications Unit
Industry association memberships
You may benefit from becoming a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation. This could help you with your employment prospects, networking, contact with industry and professional development and may provide you with important information and support.
New South Wales
Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology (AIAST)
Postal Address:
PO Box 2271
Hawthorn VIC 3122
Telephone: 61 3 9815 3600
Fax: 61 3 9815 3633
Email: members@aiast.com.au
Website: http://www.aiast.com.au
Victoria
Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
Level 2, 21 Burwood Rd
Hawthorn Vic. 3122
Telephone: 61 3 9815 3600
Fax: 61 3 9815 3633
Email: members@aiast.com.au
Website: http://www.aiast.com.au
Queensland
Not listed at this time
South Australia
Not listed at this time
Western Australia
Not listed at this time
Tasmania
Not listed at this time.
Northern Territory
Not listed at this time.
Australian Capital Territory
Australian Institute of Agricultural Science and Technology
Level 2, 21 Burwood Rd
Hawthorn Vic. 3122
Telephone: 61 3 9815 3600
Fax: 61 3 9815 3633
Email: members@aiast.com.au
Website: http://www.aiast.com.au