Environmental technician

Also known as

Air quality technician, ecological technician, environmental technical officer, resource quality officer, water and soil technician, sampling technician, technical support officer

AUT programmes

• Environmental Science Major - Bachelor of Science

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours
• Usually work in offices and outdoors and may travel locally and nationally
• May work in all weather conditions
• Need to be methodical, accurate and communicate well

Typical tasks

• Collect and record environmental samples and data
• Carry out tests
• Inspect and adjust equipment
• Share environmental information
• Develop plans and projects to protect the environment
• Lead conservation programmes
• Give advice about environmental rules and plans
• Prepare scientific reports and presentations
• Supervise science workers

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