Auctioneers, and Stock and Station Agents
Snapshot
Auctioneers, and Stock and Station Agents sell property at auction, and advise and represent farmers in business transactions such as buying and selling livestock, rural property, and goods and services.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 3200 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $897 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | below average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | high |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | average |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying 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.
Job Titles
- Auctioneer
- Stock and Station Agent