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Occupation

351431 Agricultural Mechanic

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

351431 Agricultural Mechanic

Diagnoses, repairs and maintains agricultural machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems and seeding equipment.

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Diagnoses, repairs and maintains agricultural machinery and equipment such as tractors, harvesters, irrigation systems and seeding equipment
  • Repairs and services engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning and other systems
  • Calibrates precision agricultural system and machinery settings for specialised agricultural practices
  • Tests and adjusts vehicle and machinery systems to ensure proper functioning by using diagnostic and digital equipment to identify and troubleshoot issues
  • Provides advice and guidance to farmers and agricultural workers on equipment maintenance and operation