Auctioneer - ANZSCO 611111 - Getting Down Under

Description: Conducts sales of real estate, goods and livestock by taking offers from buyers and accepting the highest purchase price. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 3
Skills Assessment Authority: VETASSESS
Caveats: No caveats apply to this occupation.

Group: 6111 Auctioneers, and Stock and Station Agents

Description

sell property at auction, and advise and represent farmers in business transactions such as buying and selling livestock, rural property, and goods and services.

Tasks

appraising and listing property for auction
organising advertising, catalogues and other publicity for auctions
consulting vendors and setting reserve prices
describing property presented and the conditions of sale
asking for or setting opening bids and determining reserve prices
accepting bids from potential buyers and closing sales to the highest bidders
purchasing and selling livestock and rural property on behalf of clients
selling agricultural supplies, such as seed, grains, feed, sprays, dips, drenches and veterinary products, in accordance with statutory requirements
acting as an insurance agent for rural clients

Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

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.

Registration or licensing may be required.

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