Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining

Are you interested in a nationally recognised Qualification in Underground Mining?

Our Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining course provides an opportunity for existing employees on underground sites across Australia to have their knowledge and skills consolidated into a nationally recognised Qualification which is recognised Australia wide and transportable as evidence of competency across mine sites.

This program is aimed at those already working on an underground site.  Mine Training Australia are specialists in the delivery of underground Qualifications including the Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining. With decades of experience, real-world examples, a simulated underground mine and the opportunity to put your skills into practice at your site, this is a course like no other.

The Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining is a comprehensive course that equips students with the skills and knowledge required for a a career in underground mining. The course covers various topics such as safety, risk, scaling, communication, personal well being as well as a high risk licence such as Forklift.

Students will also gain valuable hands-on experience through practical training sessions that simulate real-life mining scenarios. This will enable them to develop an key skills required as entry level operators in underground mining.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as entry-level operators, working in underground metalliferous mines, who perform a range of mainly routine tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context, working under direct supervision. This qualification is available for sites that wish to provide this for their employees. Also available as a traineeship.

Theory: Supported Distance Learning Online.
Practical Assessments: On-site, MTA Training Facilities (where appropriate) or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).
This qualification may be available as a traineeship

Total number of units: 10 
5 core units, 5 elective units

CORE UNITS
BSBSUS211 – Participate in sustainable work practices
RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace
RIIQUA201E – Maintain & monitor site quality standards
RIIRIS201E – Conduct local risk control
RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies & procedures

ELECTIVE UNITS
RIIUMM203D – Prepare and perform manual scaling operations
TLILIC0003 – License to operate a forklift truck
RIIVEH203E – Operate a light vehicle underground
BSBPEF201 – Support personal wellbeing in the workplace
RIIWHS204E – Work safely at heights

Each site can select the electives.

Above 18 years old. Must be currently working on an underground mine site.