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Certificate III in Drilling Oil and Gas (Onshore)
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RII32026
Your years on the rig floor have built a deep understanding of onshore drilling operations, from managing mud systems to tripping pipe safely. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for this qualification. By registering your interest, you help us prioritise this pathway and ensure your expertise is ready to be formally assessed.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as derrickmen or assistant drillers who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services and/or contingency measures.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying the qualification.
Qualification Code
RII32026
Training Package
RII — Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
14 (10 core + 4 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 |
|---|---|
| Floorman (Onshore) | Assisting drillers with rig floor operations, pipe handling, and basic maintenance on onshore sites. |
| Derrickman (Onshore) | Managing the mud system and assisting with pipe handling from the derrick during tripping operations. |
| Assistant Driller | Supporting the driller in managing crew activities and ensuring drilling parameters are maintained safely. |
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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
- ✓Current resume detailing rig experience
- ✓Position descriptions from onshore projects
- ✓Performance reviews or supervisor appraisals
Operational Records
- ✓Daily drilling reports (DDRs)
- ✓Trip sheets and casing tallies
- ✓Equipment maintenance and pre-start logs
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Signed JSEAs and Toolbox talk records
- ✓Work permits (PTW) for rig operations
- ✓Incident reports or emergency drill logs
Technical Competency
- ✓Mud property logs and monitoring records
- ✓Records of ancillary equipment operation
- ✓Photos or videos of pipe handling and rig floor work
Professional Development
- ✓Rig-specific induction certificates
- ✓In-house training records for drilling systems
- ✓Well control awareness documentation
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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