Irrigation Technician

An Irrigation Technician works on a range of irrigation systems for residential gardens, community parks and landscaped areas. You might install irrigation systems to meet the needs of different projects or provide maintenance on already established systems. Irrigation Technicians might conduct repairs or adjustments to irrigation set ups.

Irrigation Technicians require good technical skills and the ability to use their knowledge in a range of settings. You’ll need to show excellent observational skills and be able to pay attention to detail. Irrigation Technicians may work as part of a larger team so communication skills are important. You’ll need to be willing to work outdoors in a range of weather conditions.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a irrigation technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC40422

Certificate IV in Horticulture
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $15,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Irrigation Technician Head Gardener Horticulturalist
Gardener Irrigation Specialist Greenkeeper Arborist Nursery Manager
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Irrigation Technician Head Gardener Horticulturalist Gardener Irrigation Specialist Greenkeeper Arborist Nursery Manager + 5 more
AHC30624

Certificate III in Production Horticulture
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 14 months
$5,903 - $17,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson Organic Farmer
Horticulturalist Irrigation Technician Vineyard Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson Organic Farmer Horticulturalist Irrigation Technician Vineyard Worker + 3 more
FBP30921

Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations
On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 42 months
$1,738 - $15,119
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vineyard Hand Production Assistant Irrigation Technician
Laboratory Assistant Vineyard Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vineyard Hand Production Assistant Irrigation Technician Laboratory Assistant Vineyard Worker + 2 more
AHC31120

Certificate III in Nursery Operations (Nursery Production)
Blended
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Nursery Worker Horticulturalist
Plant Propagator Sales Assistant Irrigation Technician Field Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Nursery Worker Horticulturalist Plant Propagator Sales Assistant Irrigation Technician Field Assistant + 4 more
AHCSS00074

Agricultural Chemical Skill Set
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 3 days
$0 - $1,720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horticulturalist Farmhand Vineyard Worker
Groundskeeper Greenkeeper Agricultural Technician Nursery Worker Pest Control Technician Irrigation Technician
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Horticulturalist Farmhand Vineyard Worker Groundskeeper Greenkeeper Agricultural Technician Nursery Worker Pest Control Technician Irrigation Technician + 6 more
AHCMOM202

Operate Tractors
Blended, On Campus
2 days
$320 - $833
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Machine Operator Poultry Farm Worker
Nursery Worker Irrigation Technician Landscape Labourer Forestry Worker Sales Assistant Maintenance Assistant
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Machine Operator Poultry Farm Worker Nursery Worker Irrigation Technician Landscape Labourer Forestry Worker Sales Assistant Maintenance Assistant + 6 more
AHC51920

Diploma of Applied Agronomy
Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agronomist Farm Manager Agricultural Technician
Irrigation Technician
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agronomist Farm Manager Agricultural Technician Irrigation Technician + 1 more
AHC20621

Certificate II in Parks and Gardens
On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gardener Landscape Labourer Nursery Hand
Garden Designer Garden Labourer Irrigation Technician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Gardener Landscape Labourer Nursery Hand Garden Designer Garden Labourer Irrigation Technician + 3 more
RIICRC208E

Lay Pipes
On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Pipelayer Irrigation Technician
Plant Operator Environmental Technician Construction Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Pipelayer Irrigation Technician Plant Operator Environmental Technician Construction Worker + 3 more
AHCMOM317

Operate Tractors with Attachments
Online
2 days
$860
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Machine Operator Poultry Farm Worker
Irrigation Technician Production Worker Forestry Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Machine Operator Poultry Farm Worker Irrigation Technician Production Worker Forestry Worker + 3 more
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Related occupations

Irrigation Assistant

Irrigation Assistants install and maintain irrigation systems across various settings, specialising in agriculture or sports grounds while providing technical support and advice.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

Irrigation Specialist

An Irrigation Specialist customises, installs, and maintains irrigation systems for parks, gardens, and private residences while providing client consultations and advice.

Avg yearly income $69,992
Skill level Advanced

Common questions

How much does an Irrigation Technician earn?

In Australia, a full time Irrigation Technician generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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What are the job opportunities for an Irrigation Technician?

This industry has seen an increase in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 29,400 people working in the gardening industry in Australia and many of them specialise as an Irrigation Technician. Irrigation Technicians may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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How do I become an Irrigation Technician?

If you’d like to work as an Irrigation Technician, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Horticulture. This course will develop your skills with plant establishment, soil health, costing out projects and working within a budget. You may decide to further your studies with a Diploma of Horticulture.

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