Perceptions about careers in land-based and environmental industries can be very different from reality. It’s no longer just about muddy wellies, unsocial hours and manual graft.
There is a great need for skilled managerial, high-tech and specialist people, who are well rewarded financially and who will enjoy quality opportunities. But there is still a wide range of hands-on roles, paid and voluntary, for people of all ages and abilities. Our research predicts that 110,000 people will needed over the next decade there is plenty of opportunities.
This section will help you separate the facts from fiction, giving you the information you need to give the right advice to those seeking a career in this dynamic and fulfilling sector.
Each year we carry out a thorough investigation into what skills are needed in the sector. This Skills Assessment gives an overview of the key drivers for the sector as well as detailing workforce characteristics, geographical spread, skills levels and issues.
The latest Skills Assessment states:
"Action must be taken to tackle ageing workforce levels as we will lose a generation of highly skilled workers. 110,000 new entrants are needed over the next decade. We must attract local workforces to take up careers in the sector."
Read the reports for more facts, figures and information on what opportunities lie ahead.
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From working with animals to managing the home turf at a football club or creating a stunning bouquet - the sector offers a diverse and exciting range of careers.
To help highlight the sector as a viable career choice, we have created a magazine to showcase the type of opportunities available with articles, case studies and more.
What's more - we have created ten 'day in the life' films that take a look at a typical day of different roles in the sector.
Read The Independent's Guide to Land-based Industries
View Day in the Life Films
As well as all the job descriptions and pathways you need to plan a career, our website can provide quick and easy access to the latest job vacancies and the training courses you need.
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