TAFE SA
10 weeks
This 10-week Certificate II prepares individuals for entry-level roles in resources and infrastructure sectors through practical training in safety, equipment operation, and technical skills. Ideal for those seeking to become Drillers Offsiders, Mill Operators, or Survey Assistants.
Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment (LLND) prior to enrolment. You should have basic literacy and numeracy skills, practical hands-on aptitude, good communication and interpersonal skills, and a basic understanding of measurements, volumes, levels, ratios, pressure, temperatures and chemicals. Computer skills for online activities and the ability to complete written work are required. You must be an Australian Resident to apply.
The course comprises 4 core units and 5 elective units covering essential workplace competencies. Core units include workplace communication, local risk control, environmental and heritage concerns assessment, and WHS policies. Elective units allow specialisation in areas such as measurements and calculations, confined space entry, material handling, plant isolation, forklift operation, and working at heights. All training emphasises practical, hands-on learning with real equipment and workplace scenarios.
TAFE SA is a recognised training provider (RTO: 41026) with strong industry connections in the resources and infrastructure sector. With 90% of graduates satisfied with training quality and 87% recommending their courses, TAFE SA delivers practical, workplace-focused education. The course is delivered across specialist facilities at Tonsley and Mount Barker campuses, ensuring access to authentic equipment and environments.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the resources and infrastructure industry, including roles as Drillers Offsiders, Mill Operators, Survey Assistants, and Exploration Field Assistants. This pathway qualification provides the foundation for progression to sector-specified Certificate III qualifications, enabling career advancement within mining, exploration, and infrastructure sectors.
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