Agriculture, environment and animal care
About this sector
Including many outdoor roles, the agriculture, environmental and animal care sector is broad, with opportunities from entry-level up to management.
Agriculture and farming are essential for the production of food, textiles and crops, as well as the breeding and caring for livestock.
Animal care covers a range of careers working with animals, including livestock, grooming and veterinary roles.
Sustainability is important in environmental roles, which can include jobs such as ecologist and sustainability officer.
Careers in agriculture, environment and animal care
Within this sector, you will find a range of career opportunities from entry level, right up to senior management.
Here are some examples to show the variety and levels of roles within this sector.
Click on any of the job profiles to view information on entry routes, salary and progression opportunities, plus much more.
Agricultural contractor
Agricultural contractors provide specialised, seasonal or temporary services to farmers.
Salary: Variable
Ecologist
Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and the environment.
Salary: £22,000 to £42,000
Animal care worker
Animal care workers look after animals in kennels, rescue centres and sanctuaries.
Salary: £21,000 to £24,000
Further inspiration
With such a wide variety of roles coming under the agriculture, environmental and animal care sector, we have highlighted some job roles you may not have considered in this sector.
Environmental consultant
Environmental consultants advise on sustainability, including waste management, recycling, flood risk and the effects of climate change.
Salary: £25,000 to £50,000
RSPCA inspector
RSPCA inspectors investigate complaints about animal cruelty, rescue animals and give advice to animal owners.
Salary: £24,000 to £38,000
Agronomist
Agronomists advise farmers on soil health, disease prevention and how to improve crop production and quality.
Salary: £22,500 to £60,000
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