Seafood and Aquaculture, Agriculture, Horticulture, Land and Animal Care
The Northern Territory boasts of diverse, vibrant, and multi-faceted primary industries. From livestock to plant-based industries, barramundi, and pearling, rising demand for local produce both here and abroad means increased investment and experimentation. Technology is rapidly transforming the sector resulting in a strong need for rapid upskilling of the current and emerging workforce. The public's interest and concern about animal welfare, care and management continues to escalate, driven by major events in Australia, including COVID-19, major bushfires, drought and concern over the welfare of horses' post work or sport involvement.
Includes the following sectors
Explore careers in Seafood
Seafood Industry
Did you know there are over 50 careers in the seafood industry, such as Aquaculture Farmer, Ship's Engineer, Deckhand, Ship's Master, Skipper, Marine Engineer, and so much more?
Let's deep dive into the Seafood Industry Careers in the Northern Territory!
KEY FACTS
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Future of the industry
Drone Technology is a Game Changer. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for automation, including autonomous vehicles, in the aviation sector. The use of drones and unmanned aerial taxi for delivering products such as food or medical supplies, and even commuting to work will be more prevalent in the future.
Insights
Industry Insights are a great way of gaining a clear understanding and insight into the NT industries.
The Insights have been created for the general public, schools and government bodies to inform all stakeholders about the industries with the NT in focus.
The Insights’ focus is primarily on workforce and skilling, while demonstrating pathways into the different sectors’ occupations.
Industry Associations
Understanding their role
Most industries in Australia have representation by industry associations that provide members with services, including support and training.
Industry associations play an essential role in presenting the collective voice for individual businesses within an industry.
Becoming a member of the peak body can give your business credibility as your membership proves to customers that you have met strict criteria and have specific qualifications and experience.
Connect with your industry association
- Northern Territory Arboriculture Association
- Nursery & Garden Industry NT (NGINT)
- NT Mango Industry Association
- NT Buffalo Industry Council Inc
- Northern Territory Seafood Council Inc
- Northern Territory Livestock Exporters Association
- Forest Industry Association Northern Territory (FIANT)
- Crocodile Farmers Association of the Northern Territory (CFANT)
- Australian Veterinary Association SA/NT
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Developing a future workforce
ISACNT works with schools, VET Coordinators, students, and industry to determine the skills needed to secure a future NT workforce. Sharing knowledge of industry and career pathways to inspire the Northern Territory's upcoming workforce.
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WORK EXPERIENCE?
Could your business share knowledge of the industry, and assist in building employability skills in the next generation?