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RII30115

Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations

Become a production operator at an open cut mine or quarry with the Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations (RII30115). This nationally recognised training course begins with mining risk management, communication and safety essentials, then delivers a range of operational technical skills in surface mine operations. The course covers: following site procedures, operating vehicles and machinery, drilling, shot firing, dredging, accredited licences and work permits (rigging, scaffolding, cranes, heavy vehicles, explosives). Enquire now for the list of study units, elective unit availability, and enrolment centres near you.

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Average duration:
12 months

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title
Average Salary
Mining Machine Operator
$1,540 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title
Average Salary
Drilling Supervisor
$1,750 weekly pay
Jumbo Operator
$2,300 weekly pay
Metallurgist
$2,300 weekly pay
Mining Engineer
$2,300 weekly pay
Mining Supervisor
$1,750 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

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