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A Conservation Manager works to protect environmental areas from development or degradation. You might focus on wildlife or plant preservation, areas of cultural significance or conservation of natural resources. Conservation Managers might work for an environmental group or as a Natural Resource Manager and you might liaise with government departments, developers or other stakeholders. Your role might involve educating the public about conservation issues.
Conservation Managers should be passionate about the environment and have a good understanding of the issues involved in environmental conservation. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to work with people from a range of industries. You’ll need to have strong leadership skills and be able to work well with your team. Conservation Managers should be organised and be able to manage several projects at one time.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Conservation Manager.
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The Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Land Management AHC60415 is a business qualification for farming and landcare professionals needing high-end administration skills. The course is structured so all the units completed are from the Business specialisation, and students graduate knowing how to coordinate the development of a regional plan, and develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability. The Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Land Management AHC60415 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package. .
Average duration: 24 months.
A Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management is a useful qualification for anyone involved in the management of natural resource areas. Whether you plan to work in land and water management, wildlife preservation or Indigenous area conservation, this course will give you the knowledge and skills you need. The qualification is suitable for people working in management as well as those involved in fieldwork or research. The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management addresses a broad range of issues and you can tailor your electives to suit your needs. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including managing fauna populations, surveying Aboriginal cultural sites and designing an ecological restoration project. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
In Australia, a full time Conservation Manager generally earns $1,440 per week ($74,880 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.
This industry has seen stable employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 3,600 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Conservation Manager. Conservation Managers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
An Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Land Management is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Conservation Manager. This course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop workplace policies and procedures for sustainability and coordinate the development of a regional land management plan.
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Here are some potential career pathways within conservation and land management and environmental management. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Conservation and Land Management
Conservation Trainee
$960 weekly pay
Spotter Catcher
Volunteer Firefighter
$400 weekly pay
Conservation Officer
$1,155 weekly pay
Ecologist
$1,540 weekly pay
Forester
$1,340 weekly pay
Indigenous Land Worker
Land Management Officer
$1,250 weekly pay
Land Manager
Park Ranger
$1,050 weekly pay
Regional Coordinator
Conservation Manager
$1,440 weekly pay
Environmental Management
Conservation Researcher
Environmental Consultant
$1,350 weekly pay
Environmental Economist
Environmental Educator
Environmental Officer
$1,150 weekly pay
Geomorphologist
Sustainability Officer
Climate Change Consultant
$1,500 weekly pay
Ecology Consultant
Environmental Justice Advocate
$2,558 weekly pay
Environmental Manager
$2,100 weekly pay
Environmental Specialist
$1,730 weekly pay
Forestry Manager
Geographer
Natural Resource Manager
Sustainability Consultant