Meteorologist
Performs core professional/technical/service tasks characteristic of meteorologist, within the relevant organizational and regulatory context.
06 · Qualifications & training you need
A relevant degree is needed to enter the field, while a postgraduate qualification is necessary to conduct research.
Where people train for this
03 · Education pathway
Bachelor-level science for entry roles; postgraduate study commonly required for research-intensive roles.
04 · Lifestyle
Forecasters work in shifts to provide 24-hour cover. Researchers work regular hours, with occasional overtime if necessary.
04 · Location
A meteorologist is based in an office at a regional weather station or commercial weather-service provider, at a television studio, or on a military base.
21 · The realities
Meteorologists have a responsibility for accurate forecasting, particularly when severe weather threatens property or lives.