Pest Controller - ANZSCO 841913
- Description
- Applies pest management techniques to control invertebrate and insect pests inside and outside domestic, commercial and industrial premises. Registration or licensing may be required.
- Skill Level
- 4
- Alternative Titles
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- Pest Control Technician
- Pest Control Operator
- Specialisations
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- Fumigator
- Termite Technician
- Skills Assessment Authority
- Caveats
- No caveats apply to this occupation.
Group: 8419 Other Farm, Forestry and Garden Workers
- Description
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This unit group covers Farm, Forestry and Garden Workers not elsewhere classified.
It includes Hunter-Trappers and Pest Controllers. - Skill Level
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Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)
In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 1 qualification, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)
For some occupations a short period of on-the-job training may be required in addition to or instead of the formal qualification. In some instances no formal qualification or on-the-job training may be required.
The occupation Pest Controller has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
In New Zealand:
NZ Register Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)
At least one year 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. - Occupations in this Group
