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Field Officer

ANZSCO ID 3111 

Field Officers 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. 

Tasks 

  • Order, check, pack and dispatch equipment and supplies for field surveys 
  • Collect, record and transport samples as per requirements of study 
  • Collate information collected from a range of samples and carry out computer processing of the data 
  • Assist with all aspects of supporting personnel in the field 
  • Maintain equipment and supplies required for the operation of field studies 
  • Undertake manual operations as required for specific task. For example the spraying of orchards, pests etc. 

Alternative Titles 

  • 311112 Agricultural and Agritech Technician 
  • 311113 Animal Husbandry Technician 
  • 311114 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician 
  • 311115 Irrigation Designer  

Study Pathways 

Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) 

Soft skills 

  • Organised 
  • Time management 
  • Multi-tasking 
  • Teamwork 
  • Follow instruction 

Career Pathways 

Agricultural researcher