RII30120

Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations

RII30120 – Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations

Build serious skills. Operate powerful equipment. Drive your mining career forward.

Ready to turn your site experience into a nationally recognised qualification?

The RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations is designed for production operators working in or looking to advance within open cut coal mines, metalliferous mines and quarrying operations.

This qualification develops the practical skills, safety knowledge and operational confidence needed to work effectively across demanding surface extraction environments. Depending on the electives selected, training may cover mobile plant operations, processing equipment, workplace safety, risk management and other job-specific skills.

What You’ll Learn

Your training may include how to:

• Work safely and follow site procedures
• Identify hazards and apply effective risk controls
• Recognise environmental and heritage concerns
• Plan and complete surface extraction activities
• Conduct pre-start and operational equipment checks
• Operate selected mobile plant and machinery
• Monitor equipment performance and identify faults
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and work teams
• Respond to changing site conditions and emergencies
• Complete workplace records and operational documentation
• Carry out basic operator maintenance
• Work efficiently as part of a production team

The qualification includes 13 units of competency, three core units and ten electives. Electives can be selected to suit the learner’s role, workplace equipment and operational requirements.

Who Should Enrol?

This qualification is ideal for:

• Surface mine production operators
• Quarry and extractive industry workers
• Mobile plant and heavy equipment operators
• Existing workers seeking formal recognition of their skills
• Employees progressing into multiskilled operational roles
• People looking to build a career in the resources sector

There are no formal entry requirements; however, access to a suitable workplace, equipment and operational activities may be required depending on the selected units and delivery arrangements.

Turn Experience into Opportunity

Surface extraction operations demand skill, awareness and the ability to make sound decisions in changing conditions. This qualification helps you strengthen your operational capability, demonstrate your industry knowledge and prepare for greater responsibility on site.

Our experienced trainers deliver practical, workplace focused training that connects directly with real mining and quarrying operations.

Build your skills. Prove your capability. Power up your resources career. Enrol today.

Licensing, site-authorisation and certification requirements vary between states, territories, industry sectors and employers. Some elective units may involve additional licensing or prerequisite requirements. Participants should confirm the requirements that apply to their workplace and chosen training pathway.