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There is 1 course available within the Cairns area for people who want to become a pipelayer.
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Become a Pipelayer with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying). This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on a civil construction site and allows you to specialise in either water mains, stormwater systems, or sewer pipelines. The course covers: on-the-job safety and communication, using explosive power tools, installing trench support, laying pipes, spreading and compacting materials, levelling, draining and dewatering the construction site, traffic control, and much more. There is also scope to obtain a number of WHS permits and licences including rigging, dogging, scaffolding, working at heights, and elevating work platform. Enquire now for the list of study units, civil construction career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
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To become a pipelayer in Cairns, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying). This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
You can train to become a pipelayer by completing a qualification with TAFE Queensland (established in 1998). Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
You can study a pipelayer course in Cairns through learning, which is a popular method of training as you can learn from the comfort of your own home and complete the course at your own pace. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Here are some potential career pathways within civil construction. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Civil Construction
Concreter
$960 weekly pay
Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Excavator Operator
$1,050 weekly pay
General Hand
General Labourer
Loader Operator
Mobile Crane Operator
$1,400 weekly pay
Pipelayer
Rigger
Road Construction Worker
Road Marker
Steel Fixer
Traffic Controller
Building Estimator
$1,440 weekly pay
Construction Estimator
Construction Supervisor
$1,150 weekly pay
Grader Operator
$1,540 weekly pay
Site Foreman
Building Contractor
$1,550 weekly pay
Construction Manager
Construction Project Manager