Get a production operator role at an underground coal mine with the RII30220 Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations. This nationally recognised qualification builds on your existing knowledge of mining safety and communication and delivers a range of hands-on operational skills. You will learn how to apply risk management processes, conduct fire team operations, and conduct underground lifting operations. There is also scope to learn stone dusting, strata control, continuous miner operations, atmospheric monitoring, shuttle car operations, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, operator specialisation units, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Certificate III in Underground Coal Operations will prepare you for the following roles.
A Mining Machine Operator works with various types of machinery and equipment to extract materials on a mine site. You might work in an underground...
A Miner operates a range of equipment at an open cut or underground mining facility. You might use equipment such as excavators, dump trucks, digge...
A Loader Operator uses loading equipment to move materials around a site. You might operate a range of machinery and use your skills to operate con...
A Driller operates equipment used to extract minerals, liquids or gases from underground. You might work on a drilling rig, in the mining industry...
A Shotfirer uses explosives to break up ground at a mine site, quarry or demolition area. You’ll place explosives in key positions and use detonato...
A Plant Operator is responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure it works correctly. They might work at a power plant, chemical plant or oil ref...
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