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:

• NZQF 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.

• 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

• 362111 Florist

Prepares and sells 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 Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2); or

• 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)

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.

• 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 topdressing lawns
• diagnosing, treating, and preventing turf pests and diseases
• installing and maintaining synthetic surfaces
• may maintain buildings, fences, and surrounding gardens
• may oversee and coordinate workers maintaining sports turf facilities

• 362312 Sports Turf Manager
• 362313 Sports Turf Trades Worker

Alternative Title:

• Sportsground Manager

Manages fine turf sporting facilities and supervises and coordinates the activities of sports turf tradespersons and maintenance staff. Registration or licencing may be required.

Skill Level: 2

Specialisation:

• Golf Course Superintendent
• Head Curator (Sportsground)

Alternative Titles:

• Greenkeeper
• Groundsperson (Sportsground)
• Turf Tradesperson

Maintains fine turf sporting facilities and related irrigation systems; and diagnoses, treats and prevents turf pests and diseases to enhance the presentation and playability of sport and recreation facilities. Registration or licencing may be required.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Grounds Curator
• Sportsground Foreperson

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:

• NZQF 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.

• 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

• 362411 Nurseryperson

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

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Forest Nursery Production Operator
• Plant Propagator

The occupation Arborist has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

The occupation Tree Worker has 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:

• NZQF 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.

• advising on species selection, site planning and overall tree management and care
• examining individual trees to assess their condition, potential risks associated with limbs or trees falling, and determine treatment
• climbing trees using ropes and harnesses and elevated work platforms to reach limbs and branches
• maintaining and caring for trees and shrubs by pruning limbs and shaping branches using chain and handsaws
• removing dead and decaying trees, and grinding out tree stumps
• clearing trees from overhead electricity and telecommunications lines

• 362511 Arborist
• 362512 Tree Worker

Alternative Title:

• Arboriculturist
• Urban Forester

Provides specialist assessment and advice on individual trees and tree management in urban environments, including risk assessment, species selection and site planning. Works with allied professionals such as Urban and Regional Planners, Landscape Architects and Environmental Consultants to provide strategic planning for urban forest preservation, protection and management.

Skill Level: 2

Specialisations:

• Arboricultural Consultant

Alternative Title:

• Tree Surgeon

Maintains and cares for individual trees and shrubs in urban environments by pruning and shaping branches, treating for pests and disease, removing dead or decaying trees, and advising on general tree care. Often employs specialist skills including aerial access of the tree using rope access or elevated work platforms.

Skill Level: 3

Specialisations:

• Utility Tree Worker

Most occupations in this minor 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:

• NZQF 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.

• preparing and maintaining seedbeds and growing sites
• propagating and planting trees, bushes, hedges, flowers, and bulbs
• preparing lawn areas by spreading topsoil 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
• spraying and dusting plants and trees to control insects and disease

• 362611 Gardener (General)

Plants, cultivates and maintains parks and gardens.

Skill Level: 3

Most occupations in this minor 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:

• NZQF 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.

• 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, trellises, pergolas, ponds, barbecues and garden furniture
• preparing seedbeds and growing sites
• planting trees, bushes, hedges, flowers and bulbs
• preparing lawn areas by spreading topsoil and planting grass, and by laying instant turf
• determining irrigation system hydraulic parameters
• installing irrigation systems including pumps and meters
• testing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems

• 362711 Landscape Gardener
• 362712 Irrigation Technician

Plans and constructs garden landscapes.

Skill Level: 3

Installs, maintains and services irrigation systems for agriculture, sports turf and horticulture.

Skill Level: 3