Wodonga TAFE
3 Days
This 3-day practical course teaches beginners how to safely operate rollers and front end loaders in civil construction settings. Perfect for those with little or no equipment operation experience seeking hands-on training in heavy machinery operation.
You must be at least 17 years old and have reasonable fitness to climb in and out of machinery. Students are required to wear long pants of sturdy material, enclosed footwear, and appropriate sun or wet weather protection. No prior experience is necessary as this course is designed for beginners.
The course covers practical operation skills including site planning and preparation, pre-operational equipment checks on rollers and front end loaders, techniques for lifting, carrying, placing and moving materials, selection and removal of attachments on front end loaders, machine relocation procedures, and routine operator maintenance tasks. Students gain hands-on experience with both roller and front end loader equipment through supervised practical sessions.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) with extensive experience delivering vocational training across Northern Victoria. The institute provides industry-relevant, practical training delivered by experienced instructors with direct knowledge of civil construction equipment and operations, ensuring students receive authentic, workplace-ready skills.
Graduates can pursue careers as civil construction operators, earthmoving operators, or equipment operators with local councils, building and construction companies, forestry operations, government contracts, and road construction projects. This qualification provides entry-level credentials for operating heavy machinery in construction and civil engineering environments.
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