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Certificate II in Underground Metalliferous Mining
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RII20420
You have developed essential operational skills within the demanding environment of underground metalliferous mining. We are currently working to establish partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a pathway for your practical experience to be formally recognised. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as this qualification becomes available for assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as entry-level operators, working in underground metalliferous mines, who perform a range of mainly routine tasks using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context, working under direct supervision.
Qualification Code
RII20420
Training Package
RII — Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
10 (5 core + 5 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil
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 |
|---|---|
| Underground Miner (Metalliferous) | Operating specialised equipment to excavate, load, and transport ore and rock in hard-rock mining environments. |
| Underground Truck Operator | Maneuvering heavy vehicles in confined underground spaces to relocate materials for processing or disposal. |
| Mining Support Worker | Installing and maintaining essential underground infrastructure including vent, ground support, and reticulation systems. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
While this qualification provides the technical foundation for underground mining, certain roles and high-risk tasks require specific statutory authorisations or licences from state regulators.
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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 detailed resume outlining your mining experience
- ✓Position descriptions for underground operator roles
- ✓Employment contracts or letters from site supervisors
Safety & Risk Control
- ✓Completed JSA, JSEA, or Take 5 risk assessments
- ✓Records of incident reporting or hazard identification
- ✓Site-specific induction and safety training records
Operational Records
- ✓Daily pre-start checklists for underground machinery
- ✓Equipment logbooks or maintenance request forms
- ✓Shift production logs and communication handovers
Specialised Mining Tasks
- ✓Evidence of ground support or vent installation
- ✓Records of underground reticulation system recovery
- ✓Documentation of skip or cage operations
Training & Certifications
- ✓Current mining site entry permits or inductions
- ✓High Risk Work Licences for relevant equipment
- ✓Statements of Attainment for previous mining units
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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