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Diploma of Drilling Operations
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RII50620
You have managed complex drilling operations and led teams in high-stakes environments for years. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for your field expertise. Register your interest today to be the first to know when this qualification becomes available for assessment.
About This Qualification
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as senior drillers, field supervisors or project managers. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others and contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems. Licensing/Regulatory Information Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.
Qualification Code
RII50620
Training Package
RII — Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package
AQF Level
Diploma
Total Units
12 (10 core + 2 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 Drilling Supervisor | Managing on-site drilling operations and technical planning for mineral discovery projects. |
| Trenchless Technology Drilling Supervisor | Overseeing horizontal boring and directional drilling projects in urban or sensitive environments. |
| Water Well Drilling Supervisor | Leading teams in the construction and maintenance of groundwater extraction and monitoring systems. |
| Geotechnical Drilling Supervisor | Coordinating site investigations and sampling activities for civil engineering and construction. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
Licensing and certification requirements for drilling supervisors vary significantly between states and specific industry sectors, such as water well classes. Please note that achieving a nationally recognised qualification is a vital step toward licensing, but it does not automatically grant a practitioner's licence.
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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 comprehensive CV detailing your supervisory drilling experience
- ✓Position descriptions for senior driller or field supervisor roles
- ✓Letters of service from drilling contractors or resource companies
Operational Management
- ✓Operational plans and site-specific drilling schedules
- ✓Equipment maintenance logs and management reports
- ✓Contract performance reviews and reporting documentation
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) management plans
- ✓Risk management systems (JSA, SWMS, and risk registers)
- ✓Environmental management plans and compliance audits
Team Leadership
- ✓Staff rosters and team performance assessments
- ✓Minutes from site safety meetings and toolboxes
- ✓Training and induction records for drilling crews
Technical Evidence
- ✓Detailed drilling plans and technical logs
- ✓Problem-solving reports for non-routine technical issues
- ✓Evidence of customer service or client liaison management
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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