Last Updated on March 22, 2026 by Ozlinks Education
ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker
Skill Level: 3
The 334117 Fire Protection Plumber qualifies for various Australian skilled migration visas, including the employer-sponsored Skills in Demand subclass 482 visa and subclass 186 direct entry, as it is listed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). A positive skills assessment from the assessing authority VETASSESS is required for the subclass 186 direct entry stream.
Job Descriptions
Maintains and cares for individual trees and shrubs in urban environments by pruning and shaping branches, treating for pests and disease, removing dead or decaying trees, and advising on general tree care. Often employs specialist skills including aerial access of the tree using rope access or elevated work platforms.
Tasks include
Highly relevant tasks include, but are not limited to:
- advising on species selection, site planning and overall tree management and care
- examining individual trees to assess their condition, potential risks associated with limbs or trees falling, and determine treatment
- climbing trees using ropes and harnesses and elevated work platforms to reach limbs and branches
- maintaining and caring for trees and shrubs by pruning limbs and shaping branches using chain and handsaws
- removing dead and decaying trees, and grinding out tree stumps
- clearing trees from overhead electricity and telecommunications lines
Specialisations:
- Utility Tree Worker
Alternative Title:
- Tree Surgeon
ANZSCO Skill Level 3
The occupation 362512 Tree Worker requires a qualification that is assessed as comparable to the ANZSCO Skills Level 3 of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate III or higher, specifically in a field that is highly relevant to the nominated occupation.
- Certificate IV or higher and in a field highly relevant to the nominated occupation.
Focus areas include:
- Arboriculture
- Forestry
- Horticulture
Occupations Group
- 362511 Arborist
- 362512 Tree Worker
Skills Assessment 362512 Tree Worker
Assessing Authority: VETASSESS (Group D)
Unless you qualify for a skills assessment exemption, a positive skills assessment is required to apply for the visas listed below for the occupation ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker.
A skills assessment is a mandatory requirement for the subclass Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) subclass 186 visa under the Direct Entry Stream.
Assessing Authority for 362512 Tree Worker
TRA is the assessing authority that conducts skills assessments for the occupation ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker.
For assistance with your skills assessment application, please reach out to Ozlinks Migration.
Vetassess Skills Assessment Pathways
VETASSESS provides four pathways for skills assessment; select the one that aligns best with your background. To obtain a positive outcome in your skills assessment, it is essential to meet the requirements for both qualifications and employment.
Pathway 1
- Qualification(s) assessed at least AQF Certificate IV level with a highly relevant field of study and
- at least one (1) year of post qualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years;
Pathway 2
- Qualification(s) assessed at least AQF Certificate IV level without highly relevant field of study and
- at least two (2) year of post-qualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years;
Pathway 3
- Qualification(s) assessed at least AQF Certificate III level with a highly relevant field of study and
- at least three (3) year of post qualification highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years;
Pathway 4
- if all of your employment is before your qualification assessed at the AQF Certificate III or Certificate IV level, and
- three (3) years of highly relevant employment in addition to at least one (1) year of highly relevant employment at an appropriate skill level in the last five years.
Processing Time
The full skills assessment process for this occupation will take between 8 and 10 weeks from the date you submit and pay for the application to VETASSESS. The time it takes to finish depends on how quickly VETASSESS get all of the required documents and any other information from you. Making sure you've given all the necessary documents in the right format will help cut down on the time it takes to process.
What will I get after the assessment?
When your application for a skills assessment is done, the assessing authority will send you an email with a soft copy of the skills assessment outcome letter.
The letter should contain the required skill level outcome, whether your qualification is assessed as comparable to the education level of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or not. Furthermore, it outlines the employment period that you have claimed and whether the evidence that you provided is met or not. If you meet both the qualifications and employment criteria for the skill assessment, you will get a positive result. If you don't, you will get an unsuccessful result.
Application Fees
The following table provides an outline of the fees that are charged by VETASSESS in accordance with it for the purpose of their service of full skill assessments for professional occupations.
| Application Fees – Full Skills Assessment | |
| Applicant is a resident of Australia for tax purposes* (fee includes GST) | AUD $1,205.60 |
| Applicant is NOT a resident of Australia for tax purposes*(fee excludes GST) | AUD $1,096.00 |
Potential Visa Pathways for 362512 Tree Worker
The ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker occupation is currently included on the following migration occupation lists:
- Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
Occupation: ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker with the potential to obtain a pathway from temporary to permanent residency through the following visas:
Skill Assessment Support
We provide skill assessment support for individuals seeking to complete the skills assessment for the occupation ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker.
Our expertise in document checks, combined with our experience in preparing VETASSESS skills assessment applications, enables us to ensure that your applications fulfil all necessary requirements. This maximises your chances of achieving the best possible outcome.
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Frequent Ask Questions
Here is a list of common questions that our clients ask us regarding ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker skills assessment. If you need more information do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
In most cases, you’ll need to provide the following documents:
Personal Documents
- Passport bio page
- Passport photo
- Other identification: national ID, driver license
- Current CV/Resume
Qualifications
- Certificate IV in a field highly relevant to the nominated occupation.
- A full academic transcript
Employments Evidence Documents.
- Employment contract
- Personal tax return
- Superannuation Statement
- Employment Verification Letter
- Payslips
The ANZSCO occupation code for a Tree Worker in Australia is 362512 as classified by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations system.
To become a Tree Worker in Australia, you generally require at least an AQF Certificate III in a relevant field.
Yes, a Tree Worker is regarded as a skilled worker. The Tree Worker occupation, classified under ANZSCO code 362512, is designated as Skill Level 2. It is currently in high demand and lists on the migration occupation lists:
- Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
TRA is the assessing authority in Australia that conducts skills assessments for the occupation ANZSCO 362512 Tree Worker.
Ozlinks Migration Agent is here to assist you with the skills assessment for the occupation 362512 Tree Worker. With our extensive experience in this area, we offer step-by-step guidance to help you meet all document requirements and maximise your chances of a positive outcome.