OSCA 311137: Meat Inspector
Inspects animal carcases, internal organs and meat processing facilities for disease, to ensure compliance with government and industry standards with respect to quality and health. This record sits in Agricultural Technicians and Inspection Officers. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 3 is attached to this occupation record.
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Role overview
Inspects animal carcases, internal organs and meat processing facilities for disease, to ensure compliance with government and industry standards with respect to quality and health.
Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.
Occupation facts
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- 3 Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 31 Building, Engineering, ICT and Scientific Technicians
- Minor group
- 311 Agricultural, Health and Science Technicians
- Unit group
- 3111 Agricultural Technicians and Inspection Officers
Tasks
- Inspects animals prior to slaughter, animal carcases and meat products to identify product quality issues
- Collects pathological and residue samples to assist with identifying disease, parasites, chemical residues and contamination in meat processing facilities and products
- Audits and monitors quality procedures at meat processing facilities to ensure compliance with required quality and health standards
- Provides advice and guidance to meat processing facility staff on best practices for disease prevention
Skill level guidance
Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.
How to use this occupation page
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Compare OSCA 311137 with related occupations
Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.
| Comparison point | Current code311137 Meat Inspector | 311131 Agricultural and Agritech Technician | 311132 Animal Husbandry Technician |
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| Official role definition | Inspects animal carcases, internal organs and meat processing facilities for disease, to ensure compliance with government and industry standards with respect to quality and health. | Performs tests and experiments, and provides technical support to assist Agricultural Research Scientists, Agronomists, and Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientists in areas such as research, production, servicing and marketing, and advises on, installs and services advanced agriculture technology and equipment, such as precision agricultural solutions, virtual fencing and automatic milking machines. | Undertakes technical animal husbandry tasks such as pregnancy testing, artificial insemination, lactation management, and providing nutrition assessment and advice to assist in the breeding, raising and managing of livestock. |
| Skill level | Skill Level 3 | Skill Level 2 | Skill Level 2 |
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Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.
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Frequently asked questions
What does OSCA 311137 do?
Meat Inspector is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.
How should I read the skill level?
The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.
Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?
Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.
Source and trust
- Official source
- ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
- Last reviewed
- 2026-04-17
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