The RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction is a nationally recognised qualification for anyone wanting to get started in road, bridge, or tunnel construction. The course introduces you to a civil construction jobsite, teaching you the safety and environmental protocols expected of all civil construction workers. You’ll learn to read plans and jobs specs, use a range of hand and power tools, and perform accurate measurements and calculations. The qualification then allows you to specialise in any of nine areas: bituminous surfacing, bridge construction, pipe laying, road construction, road marking, tunnel construction, timber bridges, traffic management, and general operational work. Enquire now for the list of course specialisations (and their availability in your area) as well as open course dates.
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Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
The Certificate III in Civil Construction will prepare you for the following roles.
A Construction Labourer works on a building site to assist builders and tradespeople to complete a construction project. Your job will vary dependi...
A Construction Worker performs a range of tasks on a building or construction site. You’ll move equipment and materials into position and may erect...
A Grader Operator uses a grader to perform a range of duties on a construction site. You might move earth and rock and prepare surfaces for further...
A Pipelayer installs pipework for water, sewerage and storm water systems. You’ll connect a network of pipes to buildings and other structures duri...
A Road Construction Worker is part of a construction team that builds and repairs roads. You might operate machinery, transport materials or direct...
A Concreter lays concrete surfaces for building works and other projects. You may work on residential projects or council pathways or you might be...
A Steel Fixer works with concreters to place steel into concrete. You might use steel mesh to reinforce concrete or position steel beams before con...
A Surveyor Assistant helps with surveying projects by setting up equipment and carrying out surveying tasks. Your duties will vary depending on the...
A Scaffolder sets up temporary work platforms in the construction industry. You’ll erect scaffolding according to requirements and ensure structure...
A Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) builds and maintains water industry facilities. You’ll work as part of a civil construction team and m...
An Asbestos Removalist B Class safely removes non-friable asbestos containing materials from a range of premises and worksites. You’ll monitor air...
A Planning and Development Surveyor is responsible for assessing land use and ensuring that developments comply with local planning regulations and...
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