Registered Migration Australia

AGRICULTURAL CONSULTANT 

ANZSCO 234111 - Registered Migration Australia




 

Description
An Agricultural Consultant advises farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries and government on the production, processing and distribution of farm products. An agricultural consultant in Australia is a Skill Level 1 occupation.

Agricultural Consultant Alternative Title

 

  • Agricultural Adviser

 

 

Agricultural Consultant Specialisations

 

  • Agricultural Extension Officer
  • Land care Officer

 

 

Agricultural Consultant Occupation Lists
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Group: 2341 Agricultural and Forestry Scientists

 

 

 

Agricultural Consultant job description - Registered Migration Australia


The job of an agricultural consultant in Australia is to advise farmers, rural industries and government on aspects of farming, develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and develop plans and policies for the management of forest areas.

 

 

Tasks

  • collecting and analysing data and samples of produce, feed, soil and other factors affecting production
  • advising Farmers and Farm Managers on techniques for improving the production of crops and livestock, and alternative agricultural options
  • advising farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvement, animal husbandry and feeding programs
  • studying the environmental factors affecting commercial crop production, pasture growth, animal breeding, and the growth and health of forest trees
  • studying the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects and plant diseases on animal, crop and forest production
  • developing procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems and improving the efficiency of production
  • managing forest resources to maximise their long-term commercial, recreational and environmental benefits for the community
  • studying the propagation and culture of forest trees, methods for improving the growth of stock, and the effects of thinning on forest yields
  • preparing plans for reafforestation and devising efficient harvesting systems investigating, planning and implementing management procedures to cope with the effects of fires, floods, droughts, soil erosion, insect pests and diseases

 

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the agricultural consultant unit group (Group: 2341) have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

 

Occupations within the Agricultural Consultant Group

 

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same agricultural consultant Group, if not listed in either the STSOL or MLTSSL, the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

 

English Requirement

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Agricultural Consultant is currently assessed with VETASSESS - (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services), more info regarding assessment bodies

 

 

If you are an experienced agricultural consultant and would like to live and work in Australia please contact us today. Registered Migration Australia is a licensed migration company proudly supporting Australia’s farming and rural communities.