As well as being well known for its beautiful scenery, Tasmanian has a strong reputation for the production of high quality food and fibre, and a career in the primary industries sector is not only rewarding, but an exciting place to work.

As the demand for high quality Tasmanian produce continues, technology and innovation are driving the sector into adopting new practices from the office and the workshop to the field.

The primary industries are hands-on, practical, and calling out for enthusiastic, hardworking individuals who want to work in a range of diverse and rapidly changing environments. Employment opportunities exist in areas as diverse as dairy farming, agriculture, production horticulture, wool production, animal studies, forestry, or wine and viticulture – so you’ll be able to follow your interests and career goals in a wide range of areas.

At TasTAFE, we can help you gain the skills you need to complete a short course, nationally recognised skill set, qualification or apprenticeship/traineeship.

So, if you are interested in rolling up your sleeves and discovering how you can make a difference in managing our vast natural resources, a qualification in primary industries could set you on the way to a very rewarding career!

The Horticulture industry is experiencing strong growth with job openings expected to increase across Australia over the next five years – so if you are enthusiastic, hardworking and love to work outdoors, the Horticulture industry might just be the place to be!

Offering a broad range of career opportunities, including landscaping, turf management, parks and gardens, arboriculture, retail or wholesale plant nurseries, biosecurity or undertaking roles within the conservation and land management sector, the Horticulture industry really can offer something for everyone!

At TasTAFE, our courses cover topics including planting, propagating, irrigating, pruning, weed and pest control, safe machinery and equipment operations and much, much more.

Exciting advances in technology are currently driving this industry, so a career in this area may involve designing and testing new practices, ensuring sustainability and beautifying our environment.

If you are interested in rolling up your sleeves and discovering how you can make a difference in managing our vast natural resources, a qualification in Horticulture could set you on the way to a very rewarding and diverse career.

So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today and find out more about the range of short courses and nationally recognised qualifications we have on offer in Primary Industries, Horticulture and Environment.

Tasmania is world-famous for its natural environment, with incredible landscapes stretching from mountain to sea. Around half of our land is protected in reserves such as national parks and conservation areas – including the vast expanse of the globally significant “Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area”. Jobs in this sector can be incredibly rewarding as you play your part in caring for these special places.

The Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry offers a wide range of job opportunities, like park ranger, biodiversity officer, weeds officer, biosecurity inspector, water ranger – to name a few. Jobs are hands-on and will get you outside working to conserve and protect our unique plants, animals and physical environment. Sustainability and environment is also becoming increasingly important across all sectors, so these skills can be applied in a wide range of industries.

At TasTAFE, our courses cover topics including plant and animal identification, maintaining native ecosystems, weed control and chemical use, plant propagation, conducting ecological and cultural site inspections, water quality monitoring, and operating equipment such as chainsaws and brushcutters.

If you like the sound of learning about our unique natural places and how to how to care for them, then studying Conservation and Ecosystem at TasTAFE might be for you! Contact us today and find out more about the range of short courses and nationally recognised qualifications we have on offer.