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Get qualified to work as a Road Construction Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Course providers in Geraldton
The following providers offer Road Construction Worker courses in Geraldton, Western Australia.
City-Wide Building & Training Services
91138
4
Skillinvest
4192
5
Realistic Training Options
32496
2
AQTraining
32456
3
Civil Train
5708
4
RudTek
31953
4
TAFE Queensland
0275
2
Calibre Training and Development
32394
3
Foundation Training Australia
31972
6
Noble Training Group
41488
2
Ascent Training Solutions
32108
2
Cartec Training
52502
1
National Training Services
21254
1
My Skills Australia
91037
1
Dickens Assessment and Training Services
31664
1
Gold Training
40515
2
South Regional TAFE
52790
2
South Metropolitan TAFE
52787
3
Australian Vocational Training
45811
1
Centre for Appropriate Technology
857
1
Australian Training Academy
0686
1
Training Services QLD
41551
1
Common questions
In Australia, a full time Road Construction Worker generally earns $1,380 per week ($71,760 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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The number of people working as a Road Construction Worker has increased in recent years and there are now 10,300 people in this role in Australia (this has increased from 8,000 five years ago). Road Construction Workers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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To become a Road Construction Worker, consider the Certificate III in Civil Construction Road Construction and Maintenance. This course covers topics including repairing potholes, handling bituminous materials, spreading asphalt, concreting, digging, levelling and directing traffic.
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Most popular building and construction courses
20th April 2022All road construction worker courses
- RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
- RIIMPO325E Conduct Civil Construction Scraper Operations
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Civil Construction General)
- RIIMPO310F Conduct Grader Operations
- RIIMPO316E Conduct Self Propelled Compactor Operations
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance)
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bituminous Surfacing)
- RIIWHS302E Implement Traffic Management Plan
- RIIMPO317F Conduct Roller Operations
- RIICCM202E Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services
- RIIMPO304E Conduct Wheel Loader Operations
- RIICBS301E Conduct Profile Planer Operations
- RIIMPO336E Conduct Belly Dump Truck Operations
- RIIHAN308F Load and Unload Plant
- RIISS00062 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for Motorways and Freeways
- RIIMPO323E Conduct Civil Construction Dozer Operations
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Marking)
- 22617VIC Course in Civil Construction Pathway
- RIIMPO324F Conduct Civil Construction Grader Operations
- RIIWHS206 Control Traffic with Portable Traffic Control Devices and Temporary Traffic Signs
- RIISS00061 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set for High Volume Roads
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management)
- RIICBS307E Conduct Bitumen Sprayer Operations
- RII10115 Certificate I in Resources and Infrastructure Operations
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction
- RIIWHS201E Work Safely and Follow WHS Policies and Procedures
- 11249NAT Course in Licensing for Non-Slewing Telehandler Operations with a Rated Capacity Over 3 Tonnes
- RIISS00055 Traffic Management Implementer Skill Set
- RIISS00054 Traffic Controller Skill Set
- RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying)
Road Construction Worker careers
If you're looking to kickstart your career in civil work, our comprehensive selection of Road Construction Worker courses in Geraldton offers the perfect foundation. With 23 beginner courses available, those with no prior experience can jump right into essential training programmes. Notable options include the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management) and the Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations, ideal for those aiming to master traffic management and plant operations in their local area.
In addition to these, learners can benefit from courses such as Implement Traffic Management Plan RIIWHS302E and Load and Unload Plant RIIHAN308F. These vocational education and training (VET) options provide hands-on experience and are recognised by industry bodies, ensuring that you are well-equipped to meet the demands of road construction in Geraldton. Furthermore, completing the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) can significantly enhance your employability in this growing field.
For those interested in expanding their knowledge beyond the basics, there's also the chance to explore specialised areas within the industry. Courses like Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bituminous Surfacing) pave the way for advanced skills in road surfacing, while the Identify, Locate and Protect Underground Services RIICCM202E course prepares you to handle critical underground infrastructure safely. With links to pertinent Civil Construction courses, this training is ideal for anyone committed to a successful career on road construction projects in Geraldton and beyond.
