North Metropolitan TAFE

RII20220

Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This course will give you a solid foundation to work as an operator on sites such as a quarry or an open cut metalliferous mine, undertaking a prescribed range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

Delivery mode

North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $200 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$200
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$200
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $200 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate II in Surface Extraction Operations will prepare you for the following roles.

Mining Machine Operator

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...

Avg yearly income $91,000
Entry barriers Low

Dump Truck Operator

A Dump Truck Operator drives a dump truck in a range of industries including mining or quarrying. You’ll be part of a production team and your role...

Avg yearly income $89,440
Entry barriers Low

Miner

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...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

About North Metropolitan TAFE

We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.

We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.