Rail Protection Officer Courses
A Rail Protection Officer ensures the safety of rail workers by implementing procedures, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining clear communication during operations.
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How do I become a Rail Protection Officer
Get qualified to work as a Rail Protection Officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
TLI27121
Duration
2 days - 12 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
Get an operational role on the railways with the TLI27121 Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure. This nationally recognised qualification allows you to specialise in either track work, structures, track surfacing, or tram and light rail infrastructure. The course covers: using hand tools, safe manual handling, communicating with your work team, following WHS procedures, managing fatigue, environmental procedures for rail infrastructure, technical skills related to railway maintenance work, and much more. ...
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Duration
2 days - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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TLIF0008
The TLIF0008 Apply Safety Critical Communications in the Rail Environment equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required for effective safety-critical communications in the rail sector. This training is vital for rail safety workers, ensuring they can communicate accurately and respond appropriately to operational situations.
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TLI31921
This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the installation and maintenance of mechanical rail signalling equipment. It involves a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others. Enquire now for entry requirements, specialisation electives (and their availability) and upcoming enrolme...
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TLI32721
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On Campus, Traineeship
Get a job on the railways as a track protection officer with the TLI32721 Certificate III in Track Protection. This hands-on qualification will teach you how to plan and coordinate trackwork and protection activities for multiple worksites. Competencies include: implementing a trackwork authority, placing and removing way stopboards, operating signalling and point control equipment, applying a site risk management system, conducting a track protection assessment, applying quality systems, and more. Enquir...
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How much does a Rail Protection Officer earn?
In Australia, a full time Rail Protection Officer generally earns $1,840 per week ($95,680 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.
What are the job opportunities for a Rail Protection Officer?
The number of people working in this industry has grown moderately in recent years. There are currently 5,800 people employed in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Rail Protection Officer. Rail Protection Officers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Rail Protection Officer?
A Certificate III in Track Protection is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Rail Protection Officer. This course covers a range of topics including risk assessments, track protection assessments and safety briefings. A Certificate II or IV in Rail Infrastructure may also be appropriate.
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A Rail Protection Officer implements safety procedures to protect rail and track workers. You’ll use signals and other control equipment to ensure workers are safe while carrying out track inspections, repairs and maintenance. Rail Protection Officers might conduct risk assessments and provide safety briefings to work crews before work begins.
Rail Protection Officers should have strong situational awareness and excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be able to focus for long periods of time and communicate clearly when required. Rail Protection Officers must be able to follow instructions and work to correct procedures. Teamwork is important and you may have to work irregular hours.
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