Environmental Management

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

Environmental Officer

An Environmental Officer ensures sustainability in an organisation by implementing practices that meet environmental standards and policies.

Avg yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

Sustainability Officer

Sustainability Officers help organisations lower emissions and carbon footprints by developing sustainability plans and ensuring ethical sourcing.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Environmental Consultant

An Environmental Consultant advises businesses and government on environmental issues, conducting audits and assessments to improve practices and ensure compliance.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Conservation Manager

A Conservation Manager protects environmental areas from degradation, focusing on wildlife and resource preservation while liaising with stakeholders.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Unknown

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

Environmental Technician

An Environmental Technician monitors and analyses environmental conditions, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting conservation efforts.

Avg yearly income $71,968
Skill level Unknown

Ecologist

An Ecologist studies ecosystems and biodiversity, conducts field surveys, analyses data, develops conservation plans, and advises on sustainability.

Avg yearly income $101,140
Skill level Unknown

Conservation Officer

Conservation Officers create and manage initiatives to safeguard the environment and natural resources through community engagement and fieldwork.

Avg yearly income $92,300
Skill level Unknown

Ecology Consultant

An Ecology Consultant provides expert ecological advice, conducts environmental assessments, and develops strategies for natural resource management.

Avg yearly income $98,800
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

Environmental Planner

An Environmental Planner evaluates land use and development projects to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainability.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

GIS Specialist

A GIS Specialist analyses spatial data to create maps and models, supporting decision-making in fields like urban planning and environmental management.

Avg yearly income $109,200
Skill level Unknown
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in environmental management

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
11130NAT

Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Environmental Officer Sustainability Officer
Sustainable Design Consultant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Environmental Officer Sustainability Officer Sustainable Design Consultant + 1 more
MSS50122

Diploma of Sustainable Operations
Blended
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Environmental Consultant Sustainable Design Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Environmental Consultant Sustainable Design Consultant
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
MSS50222

Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$0 - $8,279
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
CPP41119

Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
Online
12 months
$0 - $4,585
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Sustainable Design Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sustainability Officer Sustainable Design Consultant
AHC51120

Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $24,957
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Manager
MSS40222

Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Blended
12 months
$4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
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
AHC40920

Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
$0 - $16,508
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Environmental Officer Park Ranger
Land Manager Sustainability Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Environmental Officer Park Ranger Land Manager Sustainability Officer + 2 more

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
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
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

Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Humanities)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $37,212
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Educator Historian Writer
Environmental Advocate
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Educator Historian Writer Environmental Advocate + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts (Geography)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cartographer Geographer Geography Teacher
Geomorphologist GIS Analyst
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cartographer Geographer Geography Teacher Geomorphologist GIS Analyst + 2 more

Bachelor of Arts (Human Geography)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Development Officer Researcher Environmental Manager
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Development Officer Researcher Environmental Manager

Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $45,426
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Ecologist Geneticist
Microbiologist Research Scientist
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Ecologist Geneticist Microbiologist Research Scientist + 2 more

Bachelor of Science (Biology)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $76,320
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Biotechnologist Ecologist
Environmental Manager Research Scientist Biology Teacher
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Biotechnologist Ecologist Environmental Manager Research Scientist Biology Teacher + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Botany)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Botanist Conservation Officer Horticulturalist
Research Scientist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Botanist Conservation Officer Horticulturalist Research Scientist + 1 more

Bachelor of Science (Conservation Biology)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Biologist Conservation Officer Environmental Consultant
Natural Resource Manager Wildlife Conservator Conservationist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Biologist Conservation Officer Environmental Consultant Natural Resource Manager Wildlife Conservator Conservationist + 3 more
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