Registered Migration Australia

FRUIT OR NUT GROWER

ANZSCO 121213 - Registered Migration Australia




Description

A fruit or nut grower plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow fruit and nuts. In Australia fruit or nut grower is a Skill Level 1 occupation.

 

Specialisations

 

  • Market Gardener (Fruit) (Aus)
  • Olive Grower
  • Orchardist

 

Fruit or Nut Grower Occupation Lists
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This occupation is not on the following skill lists:

 

 

 

Group: 1212 Crop Farmers

 

 

 

 

Job Description - Registered Migration Australia


The job of a fruit or nut grower in Australia is to plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to grow crops. 

 

Tasks

  • planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
  • selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
  • maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
  • organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
  • directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
  • maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
  • maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
  • managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
  • may select, train and supervise staff and contractors

 

Skill Level
Most occupations in the fruit or nut grower unit group (Group 1212) have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal 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 Fruit or Nut Grower Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the same fruit or nut grower group, if not specifically listed in 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.

 

Information regarding the International English Testing System (IELTS)

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Fruit or Nut Grower is currently assessed with VETASSESS - (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services), more info regarding assessment bodies

 

Visa Caveats

 

  • The following caveats apply to the Subclass 457 visa or ENS (Subclass 186) Direct Entry Stream application:

     

    Caveat 9:

    The position predominantly involves responsibility for low skilled tasks.

    Example 1: Rostering, maintaining records, reception duties and allocating duties to housekeepers, porters or doorpersons.

    Example 2: Fruit picking or packing or feeding of livestock or animals.

    Example 3: Truck driving.

     

    Caveat 10:

    The position is not located in regional Australia

 

For Subclass 457 visa applications this occupation is restricted to regional areas on the RSMS postcode list

 

Please contact us if you would like assistance with your Fruit or Nut Grower skilled visa application.

 

 

Licensing and/or Professional Associations

In many occupations you must be registered with or obtain a license from a local authority in the state or territory where you want to practise your occupation. Contact the local authority in your relevant state or territory to enquire about the licensing or registration requirements. It may benefit to become a member of a relevant industry association for your occupation which could help with your employment and visa application prospects.

 

 

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