Fisheries Officer Courses
A Fisheries Officer patrols waterways to ensure sustainable fishing practices, enforce laws, inspect catches, and engage in educational activities.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Fisheries Officer
Get qualified to work as a Fisheries Officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SFI30119
Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get started in the Australia’s rapidly growing aquaculture sector with the Certificate III in SFI30119 Aquaculture. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for operational roles at aquaculture farms, hatcheries, and nurseries. The course covers: caring for aquatic animals, maintaining aquascapes, feeding, predator control, undertaking effluent treatment and waste disposal, harvest and post-harvest activities. There is also scope for gaining skills in diving operational work. Enquire now f...
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SFI20119
Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get ready for a career working at fish farms, hatcheries, and nurseries with the Certificate II in Aquaculture (SFI20119). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work safely at Australian workplaces handling fish stocks and using aquatic equipment and machinery. The course covers: working effectively in the seafood industry, feeding and maintaining fish stocks, preparing and dispatching live stock for transport, communication.
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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Estimated fee
From $26,130
The Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology) delves into marine organisms and their environmental interactions. Aimed at enthusiasts of marine life and coastal habitats, it addresses urgent challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and population growth. This course equips students to tackle global concerns such as the effects of tourism, pollution, and global warming on oceans. Graduates gain expertise in marine systems, ecological principles, environmental management, and acquire knowledge spannin...
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Estimated fee
From $26,130
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Estimated fee
From $31,227
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The Bachelor of Science (Marine Science) offers a multidisciplinary approach, equipping students with comprehensive marine knowledge. It promotes an interdisciplinary mindset to meet the increasing need for coastal and marine specialists. This study enables students to observe, experiment, and analyze marine habitats and environments. Graduates are proficient in data collection, whether hands-on, in labs, or using advanced satellite technologies, positioning them for diverse roles in marine exploration and research.
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Estimated fee
From $31,227
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Blended, On Campus
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How much does a Fisheries Officer earn?
In Australia, a full time Fisheries Officer generally earns $1,730 ($89,960 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.
What are the job opportunities for a Fisheries Officer?
There are only a small number of people working as a Fisheries Officer but this number has remained steady over the last five years. Currently there are 410 Fisheries Officers in Australia. Fisheries Officers work in all areas of Australia in both marine and freshwater environments.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Fisheries Officer?
A Diploma of Aquaculture is a good qualification if you’re hoping to become a Fisheries Officer. This course usually takes two years and covers aspects of aquaculture that may be relevant to a Fisheries Officer career.
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A Fisheries Officer takes part in patrols of marine and freshwater waterways to ensure fisheries resources are being used sustainably. You’ll make sure laws relating to fisheries are being upheld and gather evidence on any illegal activity you observe. You might carry out inspections of recreational fishers or commercial fishing operations to make sure their catch, equipment and vessel meet regulations. Fisheries Officers also take part in management programs, educational activities and research projects.
A Fisheries Officer will spend most of their day around water so you’ll need to be a confident swimmer and able to operate marine vessels. You’ll have to be comfortable with shift work as you’ll often work weekends or start very early in the morning. You’ll need to be a strong communicator and be able to deal with a range of people in various environments. Good negotiation and conflict management skills are important.
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