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Environmental Consultant

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

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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In Australia, a full time Environmental Consultant generally earns $1,900 per week ($98,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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The number of people working in this job role has remained stable in recent years. There are currently 3,600 people employed as an Environmental Consultant in Australia compared to 3,700 five years ago. Environmental Consultants may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as an Environmental Consultant interests you, you could enrol in a Certificate IV in Environmental Management and Sustainability. You’ll learn to develop environmentally sustainable work practices for a range of industries. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management, a Diploma of Conservation and Land Management or a Diploma of Sustainable Operations.

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An Environmental Consultant provides advice on environmental issues to businesses, organisations and government departments. You might look at current practices and make suggestions for improvements or examine proposed developments or activities. Environmental Consultants might address issues such as waste disposal, air or water pollution or soil contamination. You might carry out or analyse the results from environmental audits, surveys or assessments.

Environmental Consultants need to have a strong understanding of environmental issues and current legislation and standards. You’ll need to be an excellent communicator and be able to liaise with a range of stakeholders. Environmental Consultants should be passionate about the environment but also able to address the needs of corporate clients. You’ll need to be organised and have strong time management skills.