Excavator Operator Courses in Adelaide
An Excavator Operator uses excavation equipment to break up and move dirt and rock, leveling ground for various construction projects.
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How do I become a Excavator Operator in South Australia
Get qualified to work as a Excavator Operator in Adelaide with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
RII30820
Duration
3 months - 3 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in civil construction with the RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. This nationally recognised training course accompanies an apprenticeship and teaches you how to work safely on a civil construction site. The course covers levelling, trenches, concreting, earthworks — and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to operate a range of heavy vehicles (depending on your chosen electives) including backhoes, graders, dozers, and excavators. Enquire now for more in...
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Duration
3 months - 3 years
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RII31619
Duration
6 months - 12 months
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Apprenticeship, On Campus, Traineeship
Get started in civil construction with the RII31619 Certificate III in Trenchless Technology. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on civil construction sites that utilise trenchless technologies. The course covers: following safety procedures, working in confined spaces, applying risk management, maintaining site records, onsite communication, following plans and job specs, protecting underground services, operating plant and equipment, manual excavation, laying pipes, and much ...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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RIIMPO320F
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Do you need an excavator training course? How about the RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations. This nationally recognised short course will teach you how to safely use an a excavator (with attachments) and supports the excavator licence requirements in some states. The course covers: carrying out pre-operational checks, carrying and placing materials with the excavator, loading, bulk excavation, fitting and removing attachments, relocating the machine, carrying out operator maintenanc...
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RIIRTM203E
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
The RIIRTM203E Work as a Safety Observer/Spotter provides individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to work safely as a safety observer/spotter in civil construction. It includes identifying and managing worksite hazards, establishing exclusion zones, and monitoring work activities to ensure the safety of the work environment. This is essential for operational roles, where individuals work under supervision, following established procedures to maintain workplace safety and contribute to achievin...
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