Environmental Compliance Officer

An Environmental Compliance Officer ensures that organisations adhere to environmental laws and regulations. You might work for government agencies, private companies, or environmental consultancies, focusing on monitoring, reporting, and advising on compliance with environmental standards. Environmental Compliance Officers conduct site inspections, assess environmental risks, and develop strategies to mitigate any negative impacts on the environment. You’ll prepare reports and recommend actions to improve environmental practices.

Environmental Compliance Officers play a crucial role in protecting the environment and public health. You’ll need to be detail-oriented, analytical, and have strong communication skills to effectively advise stakeholders. You’ll liaise with regulatory bodies, company leaders, and the public to ensure environmental compliance and promote sustainable practices.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $79,040
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a environmental compliance officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CPP40919

Certificate IV in Waste Management

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$5,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MSS50122

Diploma of Sustainable Operations

Blended, On Campus
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
FWP40121

Certificate IV in Forest Operations

Traineeship
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
RII31619

Certificate III in Trenchless Technology

Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MSS40222

Certificate IV in Environmental Monitoring and Technology

Blended
12 months
$4,361
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB40120 & BSB40320

Dual Certificate IV in Business (Sustainability) & Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business

Online
18 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CPC41020

Certificate IV in Demolition

Blended, On Campus
8 - 12 months
$0 - $5,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Undergraduate Certificate in Environmental Studies

Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $4,472
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate in Environmental Management

Blended, Online
6 - 8 months
$0 - $17,745
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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