Get your first job at an underground mine that extracts iron ore, copper, tin, nickel, gold, silver or zinc with the RII20420 Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining. This nationally recognised training course begins with critical communication and safety essentials, then delivers a range of hands-on skills that allow you to support qualified miners and production operators. The course covers: site quality standards, conducting risk controls, supporting shotfiring operations, operating vehicles and machines, installing ground support, working with explosives. There is also scope to gain a number of government approved work permits. Enquire now for career outcomes, funding opportunities and upcoming course dates.
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Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Entry requirements for the Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining 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 II in Underground Metalliferous Mining 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...
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