Occupation

244431 Environmental Consultant

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
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Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
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244431 Environmental Consultant

Analyses and advises on policies and practices guiding the design, implementation and modification of government or non-government environmental operations and programs.

Environmental officers are excluded from this occupation. Environmental officers are included in Occupation 244332 Conservation Officer.

Alternative title

  • Environmental Adviser

Specialisation

  • Closure Planner

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Prepares environmental impact assessments for a wide range of development projects
  • Proposes solutions to mitigate the environmental impact of development projects
  • Reviews, develops, improves and implements environmental management strategies
  • Provides advice to improve the sustainability performance of organisations
  • Advises government and non-government organisations on environmental best practice