Timber Training Creswick
Certificate III in Forest Operations
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification describes the job of people who operate at a production level in a forest operation.
Individuals with this qualification apply specialised skills and knowledge relevant to operational roles in forest operations. This includes applying knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and protecting the environment, including the areas of cultural significance. They are also expected to operate equipment according to workplace procedures and conduct work tasks specific to a forest operation.
At this level, workers complete tasks under limited supervision and collaborate with others to meet productivity requirements.
Delivery mode
Timber Training Creswick 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.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Forest Operations will prepare you for the following roles.
Loader Operator
A Loader Operator uses loading equipment to move materials around a site. You might operate a range of machinery and use your skills to operate con...
Excavator Operator
An Excavator Operator breaks up and moves dirt and rock using excavation equipment. You might work on small scale residential projects, larger cons...
Forester
A Forester manages and conserves forests to support commercial, conservation, and recreational use. Their duties include planning and implementing...
Forestry Field Officer
A Forestry Field Officer is responsible for managing and conserving forest resources, ensuring sustainable practices are followed in forest managem...
Forestry Manager
A Forestry Manager is responsible for overseeing forest management activities to ensure sustainable practices are implemented in timber harvesting...
Forestry Supervisor
A Forestry Supervisor oversees the management of forest sites, coordinating activities like maintenance, fire prevention, and pest control. Their d...
Forestry Worker
A Forestry Worker performs a range of duties in the forestry industry. You might establish and maintain forest sites or you may specialise in fire...
About Timber Training Creswick
Timber Training Creswick had its beginnings back in 1986 with the establishment of Victorian Timber Industry Training Centre at Creswick. Prior to this training was based in Nunawading trading as Victorian Timber Industry Training Committee. It later joined with Holmesglen College and then in 2001 became the Timber Training Creswick that we know today. On the 1st March 2019 the official opening of a new branch office in Launceston was held.
Timber Training Creswick has had a proud history of providing top quality training and consultation to industry. Providing nationally accredited training as well as customized training and consultation to meet industries needs as they arise.
Timber Training Creswick is a Registered Training Organisation (RTOid 4168) and offers nationally accredited courses. Courses range from Certificate II to Diploma level, with modular training blocks of appropriate competencies for work functions. Many of our modular training programs can be offered on site as an alternative to at Creswick. Training programs can be developed or existing programs modified to meet individual company requirements.
