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Certificate II in Rolling Stock Maintenance
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TLI29921
You understand the precision required to keep rolling stock operational within the high-stakes rail environment. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to create a formal recognition pathway for your technical expertise. Register your interest today to be the first to know when this qualification becomes available through RPL.
About This Qualification
This is a general qualification for a person engaged in rolling stock maintenance in the rail environment who perform tasks involving a defined range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts. It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. Job roles Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Rail rolling stock maintenance – electricalassistant to a tradespersonmaintenance workertrades assistantRail rolling stock maintenance – mechanicalassistant to a tradespersonengineering support personmaintenance workermaintenance/civil workertrades assistantRail rolling stock maintenance – technology Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the technical elective unit group selected from the group choice below. People achieving competence in this qualification will need to fulfil the applicable state/territory legislated requirements and to comply with relevant rail safety and system of safeworking.
Qualification Code
TLI29921
Training Package
TLI — Transport and Logistics Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
21 (13 core + 8 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Rolling Stock Maintenance Worker | Performing routine inspections and minor mechanical repairs on rail carriages and locomotives. |
| Electrical Trades Assistant | Supporting qualified electricians with wiring, fault finding, and equipment maintenance in a rail context. |
| Mechanical Support Person | Assisting with the upkeep of motive power units and mechanical braking systems under supervision. |
| Rail Civil Worker | Maintaining the interface between rolling stock and track infrastructure to ensure operational safety. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
While this qualification provides the technical foundation for rolling stock maintenance, working in the rail industry requires compliance with strict state and national safety regulations. Holding this qualification is often a prerequisite for obtaining specific rail industry clearances.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A current resume detailing your time in rail maintenance
- ✓Position descriptions for trades assistant or maintenance roles
- ✓Employment contracts or letters of service from rail operators
Rail Safety & Compliance
- ✓Evidence of applying personal and equipment lockouts
- ✓Records of working within rail safety and safeworking systems
- ✓Safety meeting minutes or toolbox talk participation records
Maintenance Operations
- ✓Completed equipment check-sheets and operational assessments
- ✓Maintenance logs for hand and power tool usage
- ✓Worksite restoration and cleaning checklists
Technical Documentation
- ✓Engineering measurement records and computation worksheets
- ✓Communication logs using rail-specific radio or digital systems
- ✓Fault reports or minor rectification records for rolling stock
Inductions & Certifications
- ✓Rail Industry Worker (RIW) card or equivalent state records
- ✓Site-specific rail corridor inductions
- ✓Manual handling and basic first aid certificates
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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