Is Irrigation Designer in shortage in Australia?

As of 2026-04-26, Jobs and Skills Australia rates Irrigation Designer as "In shortage" on the national Skills Priority List. 2,800 Irrigation Designer are currently employed across Australia.

How much do Irrigation Designer earn in Australia?

Median full-time earnings for Irrigation Designer are A$1,808 per week, or approximately A$94,016 per year. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, refreshed 2026-04-26.

Which Australian visas am I eligible to apply for as a Irrigation Designer?

Irrigation Designer (ANZSCO 311115) is eligible for the following visa subclasses: 482, 186. It appears on the CSOL occupation list.

Who assesses Irrigation Designer skills for Australian migration?

Skills assessment for Irrigation Designer (ANZSCO 311115) is conducted by Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services.

Where in Australia do most Irrigation Designer work?

The top three Statistical Area Level 4 (SA4) regions for Irrigation Designer employment are: Riverina, New England and North West, Australian Capital Territory. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics labour-force survey via Jobs and Skills Australia.

Is Irrigation Designer on the MLTSSL or CSOL?

Irrigation Designer (ANZSCO 311115) is currently listed on the CSOL. List membership controls which permanent and provisional skilled visas the occupation is eligible for.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Irrigation Designer in Australia?

The most common qualification held by working Irrigation Designer is Bachelor degree (33% of the workforce). Specific skills assessment evidence requirements depend on the assessing authority.

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ANZSCO311115 OSCA 20243111362Skill LevelCSOLIn ShortageJSA

Irrigation
Designer

Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licencing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type, and soil characteristics.

Chapter I

The occupation

“Agricultural, Agritech and Aquaculture Technicians perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support to assist Agricultural and Fisheries Scientists, Agronomists and Farmers in areas such as research, crop and animal health, production, servicing and marketing.”
Unit Group 3111 Agricultural, Agritech and Aquaculture Technicians · ABS ANZSCO

Also known as· 1

Irrigation Planner

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 311115.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) In New Zealand: NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· Skill assessment required

Related occupations· 4

Agricultural and Agritech Technician (311112) Agricultural Technician (311111) Animal Husbandry Technician (311113) Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician (311114)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

CSOL

Classifications

2022

Assessed by

VETASSESS

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

186

Employer Nomination Scheme visa

Direct Entry Pathway

ANZSCO 2022VETASSESS

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

482

Skills in Demand

Core Skills stream

ANZSCO 2022VETASSESS

Chapter III

State & territory nominations

Choose a state to view nomination criteria, place allocations, and recent invitation rounds.

New South Wales

Sydney

Visit migration portal

2023-24

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2024-25

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2025-26

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SC 190Not currently available

Skilled Nominated Stream

SC 491Not currently available

Regional (Provisional) Stream

Chapter IV

Expression of Interest (EOI Data)

A snapshot of how many people are competing for this occupation right now. Tap “View full EOI insights” for wait-time estimates, state-by-state difficulty, peer comparisons and cohort tracking.

Chapter V

Tasks & duties

Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. VETASSESS looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.

examining topographical, physical and soil characteristics of farmland to determine its most effective use and identify nutrient deficiencies
assisting in developing new methods of planting, fertilising, harvesting and processing crops to achieve optimum land usage
identifying pathogenic micro-organisms and insects, parasites, fungi and weeds harmful to crops, livestock and aquatic stock, and assisting in devising methods of control
examining environmental and other factors that influence the growth, health and production of aquatic stock
analysing produce to set and maintain standards of quality
monitoring livestock and aquatic stock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
assisting in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved crop, livestock and aquatic stock strains
artificially inseminating livestock for breeding purposes
providing advice on breeding selection and techniques
providing advice, training and technical support and services on technology solutions such as sensors, farm management software, data and robotics
installing, programming, testing, repairing and maintaining animal and crop health monitoring equipment
developing, operating and maintaining complex technological systems and equipment used in farm production, including analysing data and preparing reports
applying geospatial and other technology systems to support primary production such as automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applications and surveying equipment
arranging the supply of drugs, vaccines and other chemicals to Farmers and Farm Managers, and giving advice on their use
collecting and collating data for research and animal husbandry purposes
may advise producers on farming techniques and management and production processes
Occupation:
311112 Agricultural and Agritech Technician
311113 Animal Husbandry Technician
311114 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician
311115 Irrigation Designer

Chapter VI

Skills assessment

VOCA

Assessing Authority

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services

Visit Vocational Education and Training Assessment Servicesvetassess.com.au

Lodge application

Online Application

Assessment fees

Within Australia Standard AUD 1177.00, Fast Track AUD 886.60 (Plus Standard), Outside Australia Standard AUD 1070.00, Fast Track AUD 806.00 (Plus Standard)

Processing

The approximate time is between 12 and 20 weeks

Outcome letter

Valid for 3 years for DHA lodgement

Step-by-step guide Document checklist Fees breakdown

Chapter VII

Labour market

A quick read on workforce size, pay and demand.

Jobs and Skills Australia

Workforce, pay and demand at a glance

Full insights

Workforce

2,800

employed nationally

Growth

+6.9%

benchmark +1.5%

Median pay

$1,808

per week

Shortage

In shortage

Skills Priority List

ANZSCO 311115Median age 3332% female workforceTop qualification: Bachelor degree (33%)Refreshed 2026-04-26

Your route to PR

Six steps from this page to a granted visa

Personalised for Irrigation Designer (ANZSCO 311115). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.

Total timelineUp to 24 months

START

VERIFY

ASSESS

ENGLISH

EOI

INVITE

LODGE

ANZSCO code & lists

On CSOL · Skill Level 2

Skills assessment (VETASSESS)

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services

Open tool

Test & maximise points

Target ≥85 pts · English up to 20 pts

Open tool

Submit Expression of Interest

Submit through SkillSelect

Open tool

Await invitation / nomination

8 states: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA…

Open tool

Lodge visa & await grant

60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing

Not sure which pathway fits you? Book a free 30-minute consultation with an OMARA-registered agent.

OMARA registeredFree 30-minute call98% case success · 2018–2026

Run Eligibility Check Book Consultation

ANZSCO311115 OSCA 20243111362Skill LevelCSOLIn ShortageJSA

Irrigation
Designer

Designs and plans irrigation systems according to licencing, climatic and environmental considerations, water source availability, crop type, and soil characteristics.

Chapter I

The occupation

“Agricultural, Agritech and Aquaculture Technicians perform tests and experiments, and provide technical support to assist Agricultural and Fisheries Scientists, Agronomists and Farmers in areas such as research, crop and animal health, production, servicing and marketing.”
Unit Group 3111 Agricultural, Agritech and Aquaculture Technicians · ABS ANZSCO

Also known as· 1

Irrigation Planner

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 311115.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· Skill assessment required

Related occupations· 4

Agricultural and Agritech Technician (311112) Agricultural Technician (311111) Animal Husbandry Technician (311113) Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician (311114)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

CSOL

Classifications

2022

Assessed by

VETASSESS

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

186

Employer Nomination Scheme visa

Direct Entry Pathway

ANZSCO 2022VETASSESS

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

482

Skills in Demand

Core Skills stream

ANZSCO 2022VETASSESS

Chapter III