Forestry

Browse careers that are in demand now and meet Australia’s future workforce needs.

Forestry Worker

A Forestry Worker maintains forest sites, prevents fires, and handles pests, requiring physical fitness, teamwork, and a focus on safety and outdoor work.

Avg yearly income $59,800
Skill level Unknown

Forestry Supervisor

A Forestry Supervisor manages forest sites, coordinating maintenance, fire prevention, pest control, and ensuring safety standards, while leading teams and liaising with stakeholders.

Avg yearly income $83,980
Skill level Unknown

Forester

A Forester manages forests for sustainable use, restoration, and conservation, conducts ecological assessments, and ensures environmental compliance.

Avg yearly income $89,960
Skill level Unknown

Forestry Manager

A Forestry Manager oversees sustainable forest management, planning operations, engaging stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Avg yearly income $73,372
Skill level Unknown

Forestry Field Officer

A Forestry Field Officer manages forest resources, conducts surveys, promotes biodiversity, and collaborates on conservation initiatives.

Avg yearly income $70,200
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in forestry

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
FWP40121

Certificate IV in Forest Operations
Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Supervisor

Bachelor of Environmental Science
Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $88,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Scientist Environmental Health Officer Forester
Sustainability Officer Environmental Manager Environmental Specialist Ecotoxicologist Environmental Chemist Environmental Officer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Scientist Environmental Health Officer Forester Sustainability Officer Environmental Manager Environmental Specialist Ecotoxicologist Environmental Chemist Environmental Officer + 6 more
FWP30122

Certificate III in Forest Operations
Traineeship
24 months
$0 - $11,150
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Excavator Operator Forester
Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Loader Operator Excavator Operator Forester Forestry Field Officer Forestry Manager Forestry Supervisor Forestry Worker + 4 more
FWP20122

Certificate II in Forest Operations
On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Excavator Operator Loader Operator Forester
Forestry Field Officer Forestry Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Excavator Operator Loader Operator Forester Forestry Field Officer Forestry Worker + 2 more
FWP50121

Diploma of Forest Operations
Traineeship
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forester Forestry Field Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forester Forestry Field Officer
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