OSCA 311136: Irrigation Designer
Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licensing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type and soil characteristics. This record sits in Agricultural Technicians and Inspection Officers. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 2 is attached to this occupation record.
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Role overview
Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licensing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type and soil characteristics.
Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.
Occupation facts
- Skill level
- 2
- Major group
- 3 Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 31 Building, Engineering, ICT and Scientific Technicians
- Minor group
- 311 Agricultural, Health and Science Technicians
- Unit group
- 3111 Agricultural Technicians and Inspection Officers
Tasks
- Conducts site assessments to identify suitable irrigation systems
- Advises on most effective irrigation methods and equipment for efficient water use that meet the needs of the client and comply with regulations and standards
- Designs efficient and cost-effective irrigation systems based on factors such as water availability, crop type and soil characteristics
- Calculates water requirements and develops irrigation schedules
- Prepares detailed irrigation plans and specifications, including layout, equipment and materials
- Collaborates with engineers and other professionals to ensure compliance of irrigation systems with regulations and standards
- Provides technical support and guidance to clients on the use, scheduling and maintenance of irrigation systems
- Inspects, audits and evaluates irrigation systems to identify and address any issues or inefficiencies
Skill level guidance
Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.
How to use this occupation page
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Industry context
Alternative titles
- Irrigation Planner
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Compare OSCA 311136 with related occupations
Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.
| Comparison point | Current code311136 Irrigation Designer | 311131 Agricultural and Agritech Technician | 311132 Animal Husbandry Technician |
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| Official role definition | Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licensing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type and soil characteristics. | Performs tests and experiments, and provides technical support to assist Agricultural Research Scientists, Agronomists, and Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing, and advises on, installs and services advanced agriculture technology and equipment, such as precision agricultural solutions, virtual fencing and automatic milking machines. | Undertakes technical animal husbandry tasks such as pregnancy testing, artificial insemination, lactation management, and providing nutrition assessment and advice to assist in the breeding, raising and managing of livestock. |
| Skill level | Skill Level 2 | Skill Level 2 | Skill Level 2 |
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| Alternative titles |
| Not stated | Not stated |
Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.
Compliance risk score
4 of 4 factors passing
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Frequently asked questions
What does OSCA 311136 do?
Irrigation Designer is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.
How should I read the skill level?
The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.
Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?
Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.
Source and trust
- Official source
- ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
- Last reviewed
- 2026-04-17
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