Hunter-Trapper – ANZSCO 843911

Hunter-Trappers hunt, trap and shoot animals for food, pelts, research and for pest control.
Skill Level: 5

Alternative Title

Hunter
Shooter

Specialisations

Possum Trapper (NZ)

Potential Visa Pathways for Hunter-Trapper

Important: This occupation was released on 21 November 2021. The Department of Home Affairs is yet to announce the eligible visa pathways for this occupation. This page will be updated once more information is released.

Group: 8439 Other Forestry and Garden Workers

Description: This unit group covers Forestry and Garden Workers not elsewhere classified. It includes Hunter-Trappers and Irrigation Assistants.

Tasks

Inspecting buildings and outside areas to detect signs of infestation
Determining type of treatment required and providing clients with estimates of costs
Preparing and spraying chemicals on infested areas using mechanical and electric sprayers to kill pests
Fumigating houses and other buildings
Laying baits, and placing and setting traps to capture and remove animals, such as rats and mice
Installing animal control barriers such as needle strips, netting and other devices to keep animals off property

Skill Level

In Australia:

AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

NZQF 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.

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