3611 ANIMAL ATTENDANTS AND TRAINERS

ANIMAL ATTENDANTS AND TRAINERS train, feed, groom and care for animals.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks:

• teaching animals to obey verbal and non-verbal commands and addressing behavioural problems
• training animals to accept riders and pull vehicles
• training animals to perform in competitions
• bathing, cutting, combing, blow-drying and styling pets' coats, clipping their nails and cleaning their ears
• inspecting, preparing, cleaning, disinfecting and maintaining comfortable animal cages and enclosures
• transporting food, filling water troughs and feeding animals according to their individual needs
• maintaining animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious conditions to Veterinarians
• exercising and playing with animals, answering visitor questions, and transferring animals between enclosures by leading or carrying them
• dusting and spraying insecticides on animals and immersing them in insecticide baths, to control insect pests

Related Occupations:

• 361111 Dog Trainer or Handler
• 361112 Horse Trainer
• 361113 Pet Groomer
• 361114 Zookeeper
• 361199 Animal Attendants and Trainers nec
  
  

361111 DOG HANDLER OR TRAINER

Teaches dogs to obey commands and undertake specific tasks.

Skill Level: 3

361112 HORSE TRAINER

Prepares horses for riding, breeding, racing, work, show or competitions. Registration or licensing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Horse Breaker
  
  

361113 PET GROOMER

Washes, dries, brushes, combs, cuts and styles pets' coats, clips their nails and cleans their ears.

Skill Level: 3

361114 ZOOKEEPER

Feeds, provides water for and monitors the health of animals in zoos, aquaria and wildlife parks, cleans, fixes and maintains animal cages, and informs visitors about animals.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Aquarist

 

361199 ANIMAL ATTENDANTS AND TRAINERS NEC

This occupation group covers Animal Attendants and Trainers not elsewhere classified.

Skill Level: 3

Occupations in this group include:

• Crutching Contractor
• Kennel Hand
• Muleser

 

3612 SHEARERS

SHEARERS remove wool and hair from sheep, goats, alpacas and other animals.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• selecting and preparing shearing equipment
• catching and positioning animals for shearing
• shearing and removing wool and hair from animals
• identifying contaminated fibre and injured, infected and diseased animals
• treating skin cuts
• returning shorn animals to let-out pens for counting and checking
• may service, maintain and repair shearing equipment
• may shear stud animals with hand shears or special combs

Related Occupation:

• 361211 Shearer
  
  

361211 SHEARER

Removes wool and hair from sheep, goats, alpacas and other animals.

Skill Level: 3

 

3613 VETERINARY NURSES

VETERINARY NURSES care for animals under treatment and in temporary residence at veterinary facilities and assist Veterinarians to perform procedures and operations.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• holding animals to allow examination and treatment by Veterinarians
• cleaning and sterilising examination tables and equipment
• preparing instruments and handing them to the Veterinarian
• assisting Veterinarians to administer anaesthetics and oxygen during operations
• placing animals in cages for recovery from operations and monitoring their condition
• giving medications to animals
• maintaining stock control and records
• providing animal care advice, and preparing, delivering, and reviewing animal care education programs
• may perform diagnostic laboratory tests
• may act as receptionist, accept payments and undertake clerical work

Related Occupation:

• 361311 Veterinary Nurse
  
  

361311 VETERINARY NURSE

Alternative Titles:

• Animal Nurse
• Veterinary Assistant

Cares for animals under treatment or in temporary residence at veterinary facilities and assists Veterinarians to perform procedures and operations.

Skill Level: 3

 3621 FLORISTS

FLORISTS prepare and sell floral arrangements.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• planning and designing floral arrangements
• arranging supply and storage of flowers, greenery, decorations and other items
• treating flowers to extend their life
• selecting, trimming and arranging flowers and other materials
• packing, wrapping, and attaching message cards to, and organising delivery of, completed arrangements
• serving customers and accepting payments
• advising customers on the selection of flowers and floral arrangements
• may decorate hotels, churches, halls and other facilities for special events

Related Occupation:

• 362111 Florist
  
  

362111 FLORIST

Prepares and sells floral arrangements.

Skill Level: 3

 

3622 GARDENERS

GARDENERS plant, cultivate, maintain, plan and construct parks, gardens and landscapes, and inspect, diagnose and treat trees and shrubs.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• preparing and maintaining seedbeds and growing sites
• propagating and planting trees, bushes, hedges, flowers and bulbs
• preparing lawn areas by spreading top soil and planting grass, and by laying instant turf
• maintaining planted and grassed areas by weeding, trimming, fertilising, watering and mowing
• pruning trees and hedges, and installing plant support and protection devices
• preparing plans and drawings, selecting materials and plants, and scheduling landscape construction
• setting out and installing hardscape and softscape structures
• constructing gravel and paved areas, walls, fences, pergolas, ponds, barbecues and garden furniture
• examining trees to assess their condition and determine treatment
• lopping limbs off trees and shaping branches using chain and handsaws
• spraying and dusting plants and trees to control insects and disease, and felling diseased trees

Related Occupations:

• 362211 Gardener (General)
• 362212 Arborist
• 362213 Landscape Gardener
  
  

362211 GARDENER (GENERAL)

Plants, cultivates and maintains parks and gardens.

Skill Level: 3

362212 ARBORIST

Alternative Title: Tree Surgeon

Maintains and cares for trees and shrubs by lopping limbs and shaping branches, treating trees with fertilisers and insecticides, removing dead or decaying trees, and advising on general tree care.

Skill Level: 3

362213 LANDSCAPE GARDENER

Plans and constructs garden landscapes.

Skill Level: 3

 

3623 GREENKEEPERS

GREENKEEPERS establish and maintain fine turf, grassed areas and synthetic surfaces used for sporting events.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• preparing seedbeds for new turf
• establishing and maintaining turf by watering, over sowing or over seeding, and repairing green damage
• mowing, rolling and levelling turf
• pegging and marking out lines and logos, installing nets, posts and stumps, and placing other sports equipment on playing areas
• operating and maintaining hand and power driven equipment such as mowers, aerators, cultivators, corers and line marking equipment
• constructing cricket wickets, tennis courts, and bowling, croquet and golf greens
• replanting, repairing, aerating, fertilising and top dressing lawns
• installing and maintaining synthetic surfaces
• may maintain buildings, fences and surrounding gardens

Related Occupation:

• 362311 Greenkeeper
  
  

362311 GREENKEEPER

Alternative Title: Turf Keeper

Establishes and maintains fine turf, grassed areas and synthetic surfaces used for sporting events.

Skill Level: 3

 

3624 NURSERYPERSONS

NURSERYPERSONS propagate and cultivate trees, shrubs, and ornamental and flowering plants in plant nurseries.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with 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:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks:

• preparing potting media and containers before planting
• selecting seeds, bulbs and cuttings, and planting them in beds, lawn areas and tubs
• budding and grafting vegetative material onto root stock
• watering plants manually and controlling automatic watering operations
• applying pesticides to control pests, diseases, weeds and nutritional and environmental plant disorders
• keeping records of soil mixtures, plantings, treatments, losses and yields
• selecting plants and packaging them for presentation and delivery
• advising customers on plant care and appropriate plants for local conditions
• may plan sales area layouts and visual merchandise presentation

Realted Occupation:

• 362411 Nurseryperson
  
  

362411 NURSERYPERSON

Propagates and cultivates trees, shrubs, and ornamental and flowering plants in a plant nursery.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisation:

• Plant Propagator