Page 539 - JobsPlus - Occupational Handbook

Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although there are no specific educational requirements to work as a Mixed Crop and Livestock Farm Labourer, a qualification in Agriculture or related areas may be useful to gain the required skills. Training programmes include:
•Introductory Certificate in Animal Husbandry and Horticultural Skills (MCAST) (MQF Level 1)
• Foundation Certificate in Horticulture and Animal Care (MCAST) (MQF Level 2)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farm Labourers are expected to have:
• Basic mechanical skills and the ability to use farming equipment, machinery, tools and farm vehicles
• Knowledge of farming procedures and techniques
• Knowledge of livestock rearing
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Communication skills
• The ability to follow instructions
• Numeracy skills
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Additional qualities
These may include:
• An interest in agriculture
• Dependability
• Manual dexterity
• Physical strength and stamina
Related career opportunities
• Animal Breeder
• Gardener, Horticultural and Nursery Grower • Landscape Labourer
• Livestock and Dairy Producer
• Mixed Crop Grower
• Pet Groomer and Animal Care Worker
• Skilled Farm Worker
• Vegetable and Fruit Grower
Occupational Handbook 2018
539