Conservation and Land Management

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

Regional Coordinator

A Regional Coordinator oversees local operations, enhancing service delivery through project management, staff training, and community engagement.

Avg yearly income $93,600
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 Beginner

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 Beginner

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 Beginner

Volunteer Firefighter

A Volunteer Firefighter responds to emergencies, extinguishing fires and conducting rescues while working as a team and adhering to safety procedures.

Avg yearly income $0
Skill level Beginner

Park Ranger

Park Rangers maintain national parks, protect wildlife, assist with conservation projects, and educate the public about the environment.

Avg yearly income $57,200
Skill level Beginner

Land Manager

A Land Manager oversees natural resource areas, ensuring conservation and liaising with stakeholders while possessing strong leadership and communication skills.

Avg yearly income $67,600
Skill level Beginner

Indigenous Land Worker

An Indigenous Land Worker preserves natural resources and heritage sites in Aboriginal communities, requiring physical fitness and strong communication skills.

Avg yearly income $68,640
Skill level Advanced

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 Advanced

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 Advanced

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 Advanced

Land Management Officer

A Land Management Officer manages sustainable land use, develops strategies, ensures legal compliance, collaborates on assessments, and promotes biodiversity.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Soil Scientist

A Soil Scientist studies soil properties and health, conducting fieldwork and analysis to support sustainable land use and agricultural practices.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Resource Economist

A Resource Economist evaluates the economic aspects of natural resources, conducting studies and providing recommendations for sustainable management and allocation.

Avg yearly income $104,000
Skill level Advanced

Conservationist

A Conservationist protects natural habitats and wildlife, conducts research, and advocates for sustainable practices to maintain biodiversity.

Avg yearly income $98,800
Skill level Advanced

Conservation Biologist

A Conservation Biologist studies ecosystems and wildlife, conducting fieldwork and data analysis to develop strategies for conserving biodiversity.

Avg yearly income $79,664
Skill level Advanced

Soil Conservationist

A Soil Conservationist manages soil resources, develops conservation plans, conducts soil tests, and advises on sustainable practices to prevent degradation.

Avg yearly income $70,044
Skill level Advanced

Environmental Science Scientist

An Environmental Science Scientist researches and addresses environmental issues, developing solutions to protect ecosystems and promote sustainability.

Avg yearly income $99,996
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in conservation and land management

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC50422

Diploma of Horticulture Management
On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Park Manager Conservation Manager Sustainability Officer
Horticulturalist Nursery Manager Landscape Manager
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Park Manager Conservation Manager Sustainability Officer Horticulturalist Nursery Manager Landscape Manager + 3 more
MSS50222

Diploma of Environmental Monitoring and Technology
Blended, On Campus
12 - 24 months
$8,070 - $8,279
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Science Scientist Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Science Scientist Environmental Officer Environmental Consultant
SISSS00126

Wilderness First Aid
Blended, Distance, On Campus
2 - 5 days
$620 - $1,190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Australian Defence Force Worker Australian Defence Force Medic First Aider
Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Park Ranger Tourism Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Australian Defence Force Worker Australian Defence Force Medic First Aider Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Park Ranger Tourism Operator + 4 more
AHC51120

Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$4,788 - $24,957
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Field Officer Environmental Technician Project Officer
Park Ranger Field Assistant Land Management Officer Conservationist
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Field Officer Environmental Technician Project Officer Park Ranger Field Assistant Land Management Officer Conservationist + 4 more
AHC21024

Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 21 months
$350 - $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
ACM40122

Certificate IV in Animal Regulation and Management
Distance
18 months
$8,850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Park Ranger Animal Control Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Animal Management Officer Park Ranger Animal Control Officer
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 Garden Labourer Groundsperson
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservation Trainee Garden Labourer Groundsperson
ACM30321

Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
$7,730 - $13,321
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Zoo Keeper Wildlife Carer Veterinary Nurse
Wildlife Rehabilitator Conservation Officer Field Assistant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Zoo Keeper Wildlife Carer Veterinary Nurse Wildlife Rehabilitator Conservation Officer Field Assistant + 3 more
AHC40920

Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
$2,272 - $16,508
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Land Management Officer Conservationist Park Ranger
Land Manager
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Land Management Officer Conservationist Park Ranger Land Manager + 1 more
PUAFER008

Confine Small Workplace Emergencies in a Facility
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$120 - $325
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Volunteer Firefighter Work Health and Safety Officer Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
Facilities Manager Fire Warden Chief Warden Council Maintenance Worker Site Manager Site Supervisor Safety Officer
+ 7 more
22597VIC

Course in Workplace Spotting for Service Assets
On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 2 days
$245 - $520
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Spotter Catcher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Worker Spotter Catcher

Bachelor of Environmental Science
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$26,568 - $99,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Officer Sustainability Officer Field Assistant
Land Management Officer Spatial Analyst Environmental Assessor Environmental Specialist Environmental Manager Forester Environmental Scientist Physical Scientist Marine Conservationist Marine Researcher Aquatic Ecologist Marine Environmental Consultant Geospatial Analyst Sustainability Advisor Plant Pathologist Infrastructure Planner Geospatial Scientist Conservationist Earth Scientist Hydrogeologist Conservation Scientist Plant Scientist Environmental Chemist Ecotoxicologist Energy Analyst Crop Scientist Seismologist
+ 27 more
AHC31421

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$2,395 - $15,825
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservationist Land Management Officer Field Assistant
Park Ranger Conservation Trainee Land Manager Forestry Worker
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conservationist Land Management Officer Field Assistant Park Ranger Conservation Trainee Land Manager Forestry Worker + 4 more

Bachelor of Arts (Environmental Studies)
On Campus, Online
3 years
$43,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Engagement Officer Sustainability Officer Environmental Officer
Environmental Consultant Conservation Officer Environmental Educator Natural Resource Manager Environmental Scientist Environmental Policy Analyst
+ 6 more

Bachelor of Arts (Indigenous Studies)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$37,500 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Aboriginal Dance Instructor
Indigenous Land Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cultural Advisor Indigenous Support Worker Aboriginal Dance Instructor Indigenous Land Worker + 1 more

Bachelor of Science (Agricultural Science)
On Campus
3 years
$27,300 - $27,942
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Farmer Agronomist
Farm Manager Agricultural Scientist Soil Scientist Plant Biologist Research Officer Crop Scientist
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Agricultural Consultant Farmer Agronomist Farm Manager Agricultural Scientist Soil Scientist Plant Biologist Research Officer Crop Scientist + 6 more

Bachelor of Science (Biological Sciences)
On Campus
3 years
$27,000 - $109,752
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Science Technician Biologist
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Ecologist Science Technician Biologist

Bachelor of Science (Biology)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$25,800 - $94,560
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Forensic Biologist Biotechnologist
Clinical Researcher Ecologist Forensic Entomologist Biology Teacher
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Biologist Forensic Biologist Biotechnologist Clinical Researcher Ecologist Forensic Entomologist Biology Teacher + 4 more

Bachelor of Science (Botany)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$24,819 - $28,488
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crop Scientist Botanist Conservation Officer
Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Horticulturalist
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Crop Scientist Botanist Conservation Officer Plant Biologist Plant Physiologist Horticulturalist + 3 more

Bachelor of Science (Conservation Biology)
On Campus
3 years
$24,450 - $27,942
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Conservation Biologist Conservationist
Conservation Officer Natural Resource Manager Wildlife Conservator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Environmental Consultant Conservation Biologist Conservationist Conservation Officer Natural Resource Manager Wildlife Conservator + 3 more
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More about conservation and land management courses

Are you passionate about preserving the environment and looking to turn that passion into a career? The Conservation and Land Management courses offered in Australia can help you build the skills you need for a rewarding job in this essential field. With a broad range of options available, including beginner courses like the Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and advanced qualifications such as the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management, there's something for everyone, regardless of prior experience.

As you embark on your journey in conservation, you may want to explore a variety of job roles that are essential to this field. Positions such as Park Ranger, Ecologist, and Environmental Engineer are just a few examples of the career paths you can pursue after completing your studies. These roles offer the chance to make a meaningful impact on wildlife and ecosystem preservation, helping to ensure Australia's natural beauty is protected for future generations.

In Australia, several reputable training providers offer these courses, making it convenient for learners to study on-campus. For instance, the Taronga Training Institute offers the Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care, while Melbourne Polytechnic provides the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management. Other notable providers include Envirotech Education and Federation University, both dedicated to nurturing the next generation of conservation professionals.

Whether you're interested in terrestrial studies, aquatic ecosystems, or environmental advocacy, the range of available courses ensures that you can find one that piques your interest. With programs tailored to both beginners and experienced learners, you can advance through your education, from the Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management right up to a Master of Landscape Architecture. Get started today on your path to becoming an environmental steward and explore the opportunities available in Conservation and Land Management across Australia!

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