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A Seed Technician produces and processes seeds for use by farmers and nurseries. You’ll work in a seed processing facility and may have to sort and handle various types of seeds. Seed Technicians pack seeds ready for sale and ensure they are bagged, labelled and stored correctly. You might also liaise with customers and provide advice on the best seeds for their needs.
To be a Seed Technician you’ll need excellent attention to detail. You’ll have to be very organised and able to follow correct processes. Seed Technicians should be able to operate a range of seed processing machines and equipment. It’s important that you can communicate well with customers and understand their needs. Seed Technicians will usually work as part of a larger group so you’ll need good teamwork skills.
In Australia, a full time Seed Technician generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 3,400 people working as an agricultural technician and many of them are employed as a Seed Technician. Seed Technicians may find work in areas of Australia where seed processing facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Commercial Seed Processing is an ideal qualification if you’re thinking of becoming a Seed Technician. This course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to work in a seed processing facility. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Seed Production or a Certificate IV in Seed Testing.
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Here are some potential career pathways within production horticulture. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Production Horticulture
Farmhand
$960 weekly pay
Nursery Hand
Nurseryperson
Vineyard Hand
Agronomist
$1,150 weekly pay
Farmer
$1,350 weekly pay
Horticulturalist
Nursery Manager
Organic Farmer
$1,440 weekly pay
Seed Technician
Winemaker
Agricultural Consultant
$1,950 weekly pay
Agricultural Manager
$1,600 weekly pay
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