Ajit Sarmah using a rotary evaporator to dry organic solvents
Environmental scientists study the environment, and provide advice to avoid or reduce harmful effects on the environment.
He whakamārama
Ko ta te kaiputaiao ao turoa mahi ko te rangahau hei whakarahi ake i to tatou maramatanga ki te taiao me te tuku tohutohu hei karo, hei whakaiti, hei whakatika hoki i nga aria ka pa ki te taiao.
Entry Requirements
To become an environmental scientist you usually need a Master's degree in environmental science or a related area such as chemistry or engineering.
Pay
Environmental scientists at the technician level with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree could start at $35,000 a year, moving up to about $50,000 depending on their experience and perfo
Job Outlook
Jobs for environmental scientists are increasing in line with:
- more government funding for environmental research
- requirements under the Resource Management Act for regional councils and factories to monitor pollution levels.
Skill shortage information
There is a long term skill shortage for this job.
Source: Department of Immigration, Skills Shortages
