Animal breeder, Kaiwhakatipu kararehe
Also known as
- Breeder, animal breeding scientist, reproductive technician, embryologist, livestock breeding specialist, breeding consultant, sheep breeding specialist
Animal breeders select and breed animals that have certain genetics, characteristics and offspring.
2:08 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$52K to $104K
Most common
$141K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Animal breeders
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings and weekends
- usually work in different places, and may travel locally
- may work in all weather conditions
- need to be methodical, organised and safety conscious
Tasks
- clean equipment or facilities
- care for animals
- monitor animal behaviour or condition
- perform animal breeding procedures
- prepare materials or solutions for animal or plant use
- communicate with other workers to coordinate activities
- treat animal injuries or illnesses
- sell agricultural products
- purchase products or services
- order medical supplies or equipment
You usually need experience to become an animal breeder and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a relevant tertiary qualification
- a driver licence
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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