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Certificate III in Drilling Operations
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RII31820
You have spent years operating complex rigs and managing site safety in demanding environments across Australia's resources sector. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for your expertise. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as this qualification becomes available for formal assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as drillers who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services and/or contingency measures.
Qualification Code
RII31820
Training Package
RII — Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
13 (8 core + 5 elective)
Entry Requirements
Nil
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Mineral Exploration Driller | Directing site activities to investigate mineral reserves and supervising assistant teams in remote locations. |
| Water Well Driller | Accessing groundwater supplies for domestic, agricultural, or commercial use through precise site drilling. |
| Directional Driller | Utilising steerable drills and no-dig techniques to install utility piping while monitoring electronic guidance equipment. |
| Blast Hole Driller | Creating precise holes for explosive placement in quarries, mines, or civil construction projects. |
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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
- ✓Detailed CV or work history
- ✓Current and past position descriptions
- ✓Letters of employment from drilling contractors
Operational Records
- ✓Daily drilling logs and rig reports
- ✓Equipment pre-start and maintenance checklists
- ✓Site setup and decommissioning records
Safety & Risk Management
- ✓Completed JSEA, SWMS, and risk assessments
- ✓Toolbox talk minutes and safety meeting records
- ✓Incident or emergency response reports
Technical Evidence
- ✓Borehole completion or development reports
- ✓Sample logs or directional drilling plots
- ✓Photos or videos of rig operation and maintenance
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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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package.
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Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction
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Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction Design
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Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Drilling Management
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Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management
RII60220
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Metalliferous Mining
RII60120
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