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Environmental Engineer

OSCA 243935·ANZSCO 233915

Employed

1,700

Part-time share

18.1%

Female share

35.8%

Median age

36 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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About this career

Assesses environmental impacts for engineering projects while working with other Professionals to develop solutions for long-term environmental sustainability. Plans and designs equipment and processes for the treatment and safe disposal of waste materials.

What they typically do

  • Assesses and identifies the potential environmental impacts of air, water, soil and noise levels of engineering projects
  • Develops and designs equipment and sustainable processes to prevent, control or remediate environmental impacts
  • Oversees and coordinates environmental management plans for engineering projects, such as hazardous waste treatment facilities and air pollution control systems, to protect the environment
  • Works with Environmental Research Scientists, Urban and Regional Planners, and other Professionals to assess causes of long-term environmental problems, and to develop solutions
  • Liaises with regulators, contractors and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure engineering projects meet environmental requirements and objectives
  • May develop uses for renewable energy and contribute to sustainable energy planning and design
  • May be involved in the development and planning of sustainable infrastructure, and implementation of environmental rating tools

Where they work

Professional, Scientific and Technical Services

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
33.8%
VIC
29.3%
QLD
20.5%
WA
9.8%
SA
5.2%
ACT
0.6%
TAS
0.6%
NT
0.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Environmental Engineer.

No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.