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Agricultural Engineer

ANZSCO 233912

Employed

130

Part-time share

20%

Female share

6%

Median age

45 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Agricultural Engineers perform and supervise engineering work related to the use and development of agricultural land, buildings, machines and equipment.

What they typically do

  • Studies operating requirements for a variety of agricultural machinery, structures and equipment and engages in research and development work.
  • Advises employers, associates or clients on agricultural engineering matters and may consult with other specialists.
  • Designs machinery, structures and equipment and prepares working drawings and other specifications, indicating materials to be used and methods of manufacture and construction.
  • Supervises construction or manufacture and installation of structures and equipment and tests completed work to ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
27.8%
VIC
26.2%
NSW
24.6%
WA
11.9%
SA
8.7%
NT
0%
ACT
0%
TAS
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Agricultural Engineer.