The irrigation sector in Australia can offer you career opportunities in both rural and city areas, from irrigating rural orchards to urban golf courses. Australia’s rural production increasingly relies on drawing water from natural river systems into otherwise arid country. Harvested water now supports large rural businesses, so irrigation has become an important part of the national economy. Used to improve productivity of agricultural lands (agricultural) Used to maintain urban lifestyles including parks and gardens (urban) Used for the deliberate watering of environmental assets Urban irrigation involves the irrigation of public and private gardens, sports facilities and the general landscape is a major part of the irrigation business in Australia. Here you will learn about the different irrigation career options and how you can pursue these careers. Select a career option and view the required education, training, work experience and certification required.