Sheep Farmer
A Sheep Farmer manages flocks of sheep for wool, meat (lamb and mutton), or breeding purposes across Australia's extensive grazing lands. Australia is a global leader in fine wool and lamb production.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Consistent demand in the Merino wool belt of WA, SA, NSW, and Victoria; station hand and farm manager roles are frequently advertised.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| WA | Western Australia | View nomination → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Manage lambing, weaning, and flock structure programs
- Organise and oversee shearing and crutching operations
- Implement pasture, water, and supplementary feeding management
- Monitor and treat diseases including footrot, flystrike, and worms
Skills required
- Sheep husbandry and flock management
- Wool clip preparation and classing
- Pasture management and carrying capacity estimation
- Animal health and preventive treatment programs
Typical qualifications pathway
Certificate III in Agriculture is typical. VETASSESS assesses qualifications for migration.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on the ROL only, this occupation is eligible for subclass 491. Regional state nomination may be available in states with significant sheep industries For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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