When you change industries, setting salary expectations is all part of the process – especially when transitioning from Defence.
As with most fields, agriculture salaries and benefits vary depending on the role and your experience. The below info will help you get an idea of your earning potential.
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All positions listed by Agri Veterans meet the requirements of Australia's Fair Work Act, including rates of pay and entitlements.
Typical agriculture positions by salary
From
$45k
From
$130k
Permanent Roles - Annual base salary 2017 AUD
Positions often include extras such as accommodation and a work vehicle.
| Livestock Attendant | $45,000 – $60,000 |
| Export Documents Administrator | $50,000 – $60,000 |
| Warehousing and Distribution | $55,000 – $70,000 |
| Fresh Produce Attendant | $50,000 – $60,000 |
| Farm Worker (crops) | $45,000 – $55,000 |
| Horticulture Grower | $55,000 – $90,000 |
| Warehousing and Distribution | $55,000 – $70,000 |
| Fresh Produce Line Team Leader | $55,000 – $70,000 |
| 2IC to Farm Manager | $55,000 – $90,000 |
| Farmhand | $55,000 – $65,000 |
| Assistant Manager | $60,000 – $90,000 |
| Merchandise Storeman | $60,000 – $70,000 |
| Orchard Technician | $65,000 – $75,000 |
| Cotton Gin Assistant | $70,000 – $90,000 |
| Production Manager | $70,000 – $100,000 |
| Cotton Ginner | $90,000 – $120,000 |
| Farm Manager | $80,000 – $130,000 |
| Agronomist | $80,000 – $90,000 |
| Mixed Crop and Livestock Farm Workers | $50,000 – $65,000 |
| Agricultural and Horticultural Operators | $55,000 – $80,000 |
| Aquaculture Farmer | $60,000 – $75,000 |
| Aquaculture Worker | $55,000 – $65,000 |
| Agricultural Mechanic | $60,000 – $80,000 |
| Agricultural Diesel Technician | $60,000 – $80,000 |
| Boilermaker / Welder | $50,000 – $60,000 |
| Feed Mill Manager | $65,000 – $90,000 |
| Production Worker | $50,000 – $60,000 |
