Entry requirements
Entry requirements for the Operate Machinery and Equipment vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Career opportunities
The Operate Machinery and Equipment will prepare you for the following roles.
Station Hand
A station hand is hired to help with the daily duties on a large agricultural property. Your work will depend a lot on the type of station you’re w...
Machine Operator
A Trade Assistant provides support to qualified tradespeople across a variety of industries such as construction, manufacturing, automotive, and e...
Nursery Worker
A Nursery Worker is primarily responsible for the care and maintenance of plants in nurseries, garden centres, and horticultural settings. Their d...
Vineyard Worker
Vineyard Workers are responsible for performing a range of manual tasks essential to the cultivation and maintenance of grapevines. Their duties ty...
Irrigation Installer
An Irrigation Installer is responsible for setting up, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems used in agricultural, commercial, and resident...
Pest Control Technician
A Pest Control Technician removes insects and vermin from an area using a range of pest management strategies. You might eradicate pests from resid...
Agricultural Technician
An Agricultural Technician supports farming operations by assisting with crop management, soil testing, irrigation, and pest control. They conduct...
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