Irrigation Technician
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 34Skilled Animal, Agricultural and Horticultural Workers
- Minor group
- 342Horticultural Trades Workers
Description
Installs, maintains and services irrigation systems for agriculture, sports turf and horticulture.
Unit group
3424 · Irrigation Technicians and Landscape GardenersDescription
Interpret plans and drawings to construct garden landscapes, hardscape structures and garden beds, and install irrigation systems.
Skill level
Australia
3
Occupation skill level 3
Tasks
Tasks include
- Installs and sets up irrigation systems according to design specifications
- Maintains, services and repairs irrigation systems by cleaning, flushing, troubleshooting and replacing faulty components to ensure proper functioning
- Monitors and adjusts irrigation schedules based on site conditions to maximise efficiency and water conservation
- Provides advice and guidance to clients on use and maintenance of the irrigation systems
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/34/342/3424
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx