Marine Conservation

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

Conservation Trainee

Conservation Trainees assist in environmental projects while training, requiring passion for nature, teamwork, and ability to work outdoors.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Unknown

Spotter Catcher

A Spotter Catcher locates and relocates wildlife before land clearing, using traps and tracking methods while working outdoors in various conditions.

Avg yearly income $54,600
Skill level Unknown

Oceanographer

An Oceanographer studies the ocean's properties and processes, conducting research to advance marine knowledge and promote conservation efforts.

Avg yearly income $80,184
Skill level Unknown

Marine Biologist

A Marine Biologist studies oceanic flora and fauna, conducting research and tests, while sharing findings with the scientific community.

Avg yearly income $85,072
Skill level Unknown

Fisheries Scientist

A Fisheries Scientist studies aquatic organisms and ecosystems to promote sustainable fishing and advise on conservation policies and practices.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Unknown

Marine Conservationist

Marine Conservationists protect and restore marine ecosystems by conducting research, advocating for sustainability, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Avg yearly income $90,636
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in marine conservation

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
10750NAT

Certificate III in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration
Blended
13 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Spotter Catcher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Spotter Catcher
AHC21024

Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 21 months
$0 - $10,190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee
AHC10124

Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
On Campus
6 months
$1,350
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee
22597VIC

Course in Workplace Spotting for Service Assets
On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 2 days
$0 - $520
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spotter Catcher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Spotter Catcher

Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aquaculture Manager Fisheries Officer Fisheries Scientist
Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Oceanographer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Aquaculture Manager Fisheries Officer Fisheries Scientist Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Oceanographer + 3 more
AHC31421

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $15,825
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Park Ranger
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Park Ranger

Bachelor of Science (Earth Science)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Earth Scientist Geologist Geophysicist
Oceanographer Palaeontologist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Earth Scientist Geologist Geophysicist Oceanographer Palaeontologist + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Marine Science)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Scientist Fisheries Officer Marine Biologist
Aquaculture Technician Aquatic Ecologist Marine Environmental Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Scientist Fisheries Officer Marine Biologist Aquaculture Technician Aquatic Ecologist Marine Environmental Consultant + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biological Sciences)
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biotechnologist Marine Biologist Research Scientist
Biologist Ecologist Microbiologist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biotechnologist Marine Biologist Research Scientist Biologist Ecologist Microbiologist + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Marine Science)
Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $9,314
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Marine Environmental Consultant
Marine Researcher Marine Scientist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Marine Environmental Consultant Marine Researcher Marine Scientist + 2 more

Bachelor of Marine Science
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $29,136
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Marine Environmental Consultant
Marine Researcher Marine Scientist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marine Biologist Marine Conservationist Marine Environmental Consultant Marine Researcher Marine Scientist + 2 more

Master of Marine Science and Management
On Campus
18 - 20 months
$0 - $57,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fisheries Scientist Oceanographer Aquaculture Manager
Marine Scientist Marine Environmental Consultant
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Fisheries Scientist Oceanographer Aquaculture Manager Marine Scientist Marine Environmental Consultant + 2 more

Bachelor of Surveying (Honours)
On Campus
4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cadastral Surveyor Hydrographic Surveyor Photogrammetrist
Geospatial Analyst Mining Surveyor Land Surveyor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cadastral Surveyor Hydrographic Surveyor Photogrammetrist Geospatial Analyst Mining Surveyor Land Surveyor + 3 more

Bachelor of Maritime Engineering (Specialisation) (Honours)
On Campus
4 years
$0 - $31,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Naval Architect Ocean Engineer Marine Engineer
Marine Surveyor Coastal Engineer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Naval Architect Ocean Engineer Marine Engineer Marine Surveyor Coastal Engineer + 2 more
11246NAT

Certificate II in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration
Blended
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Technician Marine Conservationist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Technician Marine Conservationist
AHC31424

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (Ecological Restoration)
Traineeship
18 months
$17,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Park Ranger
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Park Ranger
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