natural areas maintenance
The methods to maintain the assets (both natural and constructed) of natural areas, including program development and implementation.
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Countryside officers are responsible for a range of activities that manage and maintain the natural environment and associated public access and recreation. They encourage visitors to open spaces/the countryside, promote awareness of the natural environment and protect and preserve the open space/countryside for future enjoyment.
Competences and skills
48 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesplant disease control
Types and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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plant species
The variety of plants, trees and shrubs and their special characteristics.
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Cross-sector
4 competencesanimal species
The characteristics of different species and breeds of animals (relevant to the occupation).
characteristics of plants
The varieties, characteristics and structural and functional features of plants, depending on their habitat.
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environmental legislation in agriculture and forestry
Awareness on environmental legislation, policies, principles relevant for agriculture and forestry. Awareness of the impact on the environment of local agricultural procedures and practices. Means to adjust the production to new environmental regulations and policies.
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pest control in plants
Types and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
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Essential skills and competences 24 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
19 competencesadvise on fertiliser and herbicide
Provide advice on types of fertilisers and herbicides, their usage and best time to apply them.
build fences
Put up fences using a pothole digger, shovel, tamper, and other manual tools.
build garden masonry
Create types of masonry specific for gardens such as walls, stairs, etc.
conserve natural resources
Protect waters and natural resources and coordinate actions. Work with environmental agencies and resource management personnel.
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de-limb trees
De-limb trees ensuring that the quality is within specified limits with regard to health and safety regulations. Cut trees or parts of trees to clear the public access and electrical cables.
develop natural areas works programmes
Develop, implement and review natural areas works program (service delivery) to enable completion within allocated resources and timeframes.
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estimate costs in farm
Provide cost analysis for relevant solutions and proposed actions taking into account the farm type and long term planning principles.
execute disease and pest control activities
Execute disease and pest control activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the climate, plant or crop type, health and safety and environmental regulations. Store and handle pesticides in accordance with recomandation and legislation.
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- Scope note
- Tasks may include identifying types and features of diseases in plants and crop; carry out crop spraying, for weeds, pest and disease operations in line with relevant guidelines and customer requirements. Carry out slurry and fertiliser spreading in accordance with environmental regulations. Working with pesticides may require special certificates in some countries and recording the data about the usage of pesticides.
identify plants characteristics
Identify and classify crop characteristics. Be able to recognise different types of bulbs by name, graded sizes, field markings and stock markings.
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lead a team in forestry services
Direct a forestry team or crew and guide them to the common goal of completing a variety of forestry related assignments and tasks.
manage crop production
Perform crop production duties such as planning, tilling, planting, fertilising, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting. Supervise all steps of the crop production and ranging process, including planting, fertilising, harvesting, herding as well as controlling pests or weeds.
manage waste rock
Move the collected debris and waste to the designated collection point and dispose it according to legal and organisational requirements.
minimize risks in tree operations
Evaluate risks and hazards, perform efficient actions in order to minimize risks and to restore the trees to their orginal state or to replant new ones.
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operate horticulture equipment
Operate horticultural equipment and assist with servicing. Ensure that vehicles are roadworthy before starting the work.
operate turf management equipment
Operate turf management equipment like hedge cutters, mowers and strimmers.
perform pest control
Carry out crop spraying pest and disease operations in line with National industry and customer requirements. Carry out slurry and fertiliser spreading in accordance with local environmental regulations
- Scope note
- Working with pesticides may require a special certificate in some countries and reording the data about the usage of pesticdes.
perform weed control operations
Carry out crop spraying for weeds and plant disease operations in line with National industry and customer requirements.
plant green plants
Plant seeds manually or by using ground equipment.
prepare planting area
Prepare planting area and soil for planting by for example fertilising, mulching by hand or using mechanical tools or machinery. Prepare seeds and plants for sowing and planting by ensuring the quality of seed and plants. Sow and plant by hand, using mechanical tools or machinery and in accordance with national legislation.
Cross-sector
5 competencesensure aquaculture personnel health and safety
Make sure that health and safety procedures have been established and followed across all aquaculture facilities including cages. Ensure that personnel and general public are instructed and all work activities are carried out according to relevant health and safety regulations.
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- Operate with due regard to personal safety and that of co-workers and the general public in accordance with relevant legislation. Tasks may include responding to emergencies in workplace, maintain operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems, report and record incidents, fight fires in workplace, monitor and maintain health, safety and security of workplace, reduce risk in workplace.
maintain technical equipment
Maintain an inventory of cultivation equipment and supplies. Order additional materials as needed.
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- Managing and maintanence can include maintaining them yourself or to outsource the service from machine dealer.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage staff
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
read maps
Read maps effectively.
Optional knowledge 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesplant harvest methods
The various methods, timing and equipment involved in harvesting different crops and plants.
soil structure
Diversity of soil elements and types of soil in relation to plant growth.
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sustainable forest management
The stewardship and use of forest lands in a way and at a rate that maintains their productivity, biodiversity, regeneration capacity, vitality and their potential to fulfil now and in the future relevant ecological, economic and social functions at local, national and global levels and that does not cause damage to other ecosystems.
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Cross-sector
3 competencesfire-fighting systems
The devices and systems used to extinguish fires; the classes and chemistry of fire.
forest ecology
The ecosystems existing in a forest, starting from bacteria to trees and soil types.
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waste management
The methods, materials and regulations used to collect, transport, treat and dispose of waste. This includes recycling and monitoring of waste disposal. It excludes procedures related to waste incineration.
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Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceseed the ground
Application of plant seed by ground equipment or manually.
Sector-specific
5 competencesconduct land surveys
Conduct surveys to determine the location and features of natural and man-made structures, on surface level as well as underground and underwater. Operate electronic distance-measuring equipment and digital measuring instruments.
develop forestry strategies
Build up forestry policies in order to enhance their sustainable management and to improve communication linked to forestry operations. These plans are meant to tackle issues regarding correlated environmental and societal changes.
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harvest crop
Mow, pick or cut agricultural crop products manually or using appropriate tools and machinery. Taking into account the relevant quality criteria of products, hygiene prescriptions and using the appropriate methods.
maintain turf and grass
Establish and maintain fine turf, grassed fields, and synthetic surfaces for sports events. Ensure a pleasant appearance of the property grounds.
manage time in forestry
Plan and implement the time sequence of work programmes and schedules regarding the execution of forestry activities.
Cross-sector
5 competencesapply forest legislation
Apply laws that govern activities in forest lands in order to protect resources and prevent harmful actions such as forest clearing and logging.
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make independent operating decisions
Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a particular situation.
manage waste
Manage or dispose of significant amounts of waste materials and/or hazardous materials, in accordance with legislation, thereby respecting environmental and company responsibilities. Ensure required licenses and permits are in place and reasonable management practices, industry standards, or commonly accepted farming practices followed.
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- Scope note
- Includes recycling regulations.
perform outdoor cleaning activities
Adapt the cleaning working methods and procedures to the environmental conditions and adapt to weather conditions such as rain, strong wind or snow, when this affects the performance of the equipment or machinery that is being used.
support volunteers
Follow up volunteer activity.