Land Management Worker

Their duties typically include planting and caring for native vegetation, controlling invasive species, performing erosion control and fire prevention measures, and maintaining walking tracks and fences. They may also work alongside environmental scientists, Indigenous rangers, and local councils to carry out land rehabilitation projects or support conservation initiatives.

The role often involves physical outdoor work and requires knowledge of environmental practices, use of hand and power tools, and sometimes operating machinery. Land Management Workers play a vital role in preserving biodiversity and ensuring sustainable use of natural resources.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $70,512
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a land management worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
PUAFIR204

Respond to Wildfire
On Campus
2 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Volunteer Firefighter Firefighter Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
Land Management Worker Volunteer Coordinator Environmental Officer Emergency Management Coordinator Park Ranger
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Volunteer Firefighter Firefighter Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Land Management Worker Volunteer Coordinator Environmental Officer Emergency Management Coordinator Park Ranger + 5 more
FWPCOT2273

Trim and Cut Felled Trees
On Campus
1 - 3 days
$550 - $1,080
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Arborist Chainsaw Operator
Land Management Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Arborist Chainsaw Operator Land Management Worker + 1 more
FWPCOT3301

Trim Trees using a Pole Saw
On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Land Management Worker
Groundskeeper Council Maintenance Worker Utility Arborist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Arborist Climbing Arborist Land Management Worker Groundskeeper Council Maintenance Worker Utility Arborist + 3 more
FWPCOT3326

Recover Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
Distance, On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger
Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 7 more
AHCMOM201

Operate Two Wheel Motorbikes
Distance, Online
1 day
$360
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Motorbike Courier Delivery Rider
Land Management Worker Park Ranger Conservation Officer
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Motorbike Courier Delivery Rider Land Management Worker Park Ranger Conservation Officer + 3 more
AHCARB319

Use arborist climbing techniques
On Campus
3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Utility Arborist Tree Worker
Land Management Worker Environmental Technician
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Utility Arborist Tree Worker Land Management Worker Environmental Technician + 2 more
AHCARB311

Tie, dress, set and finish arborist knots
On Campus
3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Groundsperson Utility Arborist
Land Management Worker Forestry Worker Tour Guide
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Climbing Arborist Groundsperson Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Forestry Worker Tour Guide + 3 more
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