Earth Science Technician ANZSCO 311412: Duties, Salary & Visa

Earth Science Technician ANZSCO Code- 311412

An Earth Science technician is a professional in the field of Environmental Sciences who works in a technical aspect of offering support services to geologists, environmental scientists and other professionals in the earth science field in carrying out their duties through assisting them in the field work, laboratory testing, data collection and environmental monitoring. Their tasks assist in proper scientific analysis and research, and environmental management. Resource exploration and land use planning. Earth Science Technicians conduct field surveys in order to sample soil, rock, water and minerals. Their specialised tools and equipment used include GPS devices, drilling and sampling tools and monitoring equipment to collect quality environmental and geological information. They make samples, take tests, take measurements, and aid in the analysis of physical and chemical qualities in laboratory work.

The position also entails the maintenance of equipment, field logistics, observation recording and database updating to help in the proper documentation of research findings. Technicians aid in the interpretation of results under the supervision of senior scientists, and help in the project of environmental assessment, geological mapping, as well as resource evaluation. Some of the areas that Earth Science Technicians can be employed include mining, environmental consultancy, government research, construction, agriculture or natural resource management. They usually sponsor research in the field of soil health, groundwater quality, erosion, land stability, impact of climate and ecological conditions.

Communication and teamwork are also valuable, because technicians work with scientists, engineers, conservation personnel and regulatory agencies. Good practical skills, observation and the capability to work in different conditions outside are necessary. Altogether, an Earth Science Technician is a highly important figure in the process of scientific investigations, proper data gathering, and the responsible exploration and preservation of the natural resources.

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Skill Level:	2
Alternative Title:	Earth Science Technical Officer
Migration Strategy:	CSOL
ANZSCO Code:	311412

Earth Science Technician Job Description, Responsibilities and Education Requirements

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this group must have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and relevant experience. AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma. You must have 3 years of relevant experience, which 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.

Tasks include:

Highly relevant tasks include, but are not limited to:

Collecting information and samples
Conducting field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses
Presenting results in graphic and written form by preparing maps, charts, sketches, diagrams and reports

Additional tasks may include:

Collects and collates information from geological field surveys, seismic surveys, meteorological observations and other earth science surveys
Prepares and tests samples
Analyses data using methodologies prescribed by earth scientists to interpret survey results
Checks, calibrates and maintains testing equipment
May investigate various geographical, geophysical or geological specialities such as water resources, climate and weather, mineral extraction, magnetic measures or gravity measuremen