Primary Production Supervisors and Specialists are professionals who possess extensive knowledge in a specific industry. They are responsible for various tasks related to breeding, feeding, and raising livestock and aquatic stock, as well as catching fish, cultivating and harvesting crops, managing forests, and shearing or classing wool and hair from animals.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this category require a certain level of skill, which is determined by the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

It is important to note that in some cases, at least three years of relevant experience can be substituted for the formal qualifications mentioned above. Additionally, certain occupations may require additional on-the-job training and/or relevant experience in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• Supervising the breeding, rearing, and feeding of livestock for the production of breeding stock, milk, meat, eggs, and wool or hair
• Shearing or classing wool and hair from animals
• Managing crops and pastures for livestock production
• Managing the planting, cultivation, and harvest of broadacre or horticultural crops
• Managing the implementation of animal health and plant pest control programs
• Supervising farming operations and maintenance of farming infrastructure
• Supervising work routines and training Farm Workers
• Undertaking specialized roles in agriculture, aquaculture, fisheries, or forestry

Subcategories:

• 3631 Senior Aquaculture, Crop and Forestry Workers
• 3632 Senior Livestock Farm Workers
• 3633 Shearers and Wool Classers

These subcategories highlight specific roles within the Primary Production Supervisors and Specialists occupation.