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Group
Occupation

741131 Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

741131 Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator

Operates agricultural and horticultural plant to clear and cultivate land, and sow, fertilise, spray and harvest crops.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations

  • Harvester Operator (Agriculture)
  • Tractor Operator

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Prepares and positions agricultural and horticultural plant for operation
  • Operates tractor-drawn and self-propelled plant to plough land and sow, fertilise, cultivate and harvest crops, and avoids damaging crops
  • Calibrates and monitors agricultural and horticultural plant performance, including adjusting speed, height and depth of implements, as well as distribution or collection rates as needed
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