How do I become a wool worker
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In Australia, a full time Wool Worker generally earns $1,300 per week ($67,600 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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The number of people employed as a Wool Worker has remained steady in recent years and there are currently 1,100 people working in this role in Australia. Wool Workers will usually find opportunities in rural and regional areas of Australia.
Source: The Labour Market Information Portal – 2019 Occupation Projections
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If you’re thinking about starting a career as a Wool Worker, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Advanced Wool Handling. This course covers topics including preparing wool for classing, wool pressing and carrying out shearing shed duties. A Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation is also a suitable qualification and will prepare you to appraise and class fleece wool and prepare wool for the clip.
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A Wool Worker carries out various duties in a shearing shed to make sure operations are running smoothly. You may have to get sheep ready for shearing or return them to yards afterwards. Wool Workers may prepare wool for classing or assist with wool baling. You may have to perform other tasks as directed such as tidying up, maintaining equipment or running errands.
A Wool Worker needs to be physically fit and able to keep up with the demands of a busy shearing shed. You’ll need to be flexible and follow instructions from supervisors. Wool Workers should be able to handle animals and operate equipment when required. Wool Workers often work long hours during shearing season.
