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Diploma of Well Servicing Operations

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RII51020

You have managed complex rig operations and led teams through non-routine technical challenges in the field. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a recognition pathway for your expertise in well servicing. Register your interest to be notified when we can guide your experience toward the Diploma of Well Servicing Operations.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as supervisors in well servicing operations. The tasks performed by the supervisor in well servicing involve a high level of autonomy and require the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning skills.  

Qualification Code

RII51020

Training Package

RII — Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package

AQF Level

Diploma

Total Units

12 (7 core + 5 elective)

Entry Requirements

Nil

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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:

RoleResponsibilities
Oil/Gas On Shore Drilling SupervisorManaging, planning, and evaluating rig operations while supervising personnel and equipment on-shore.
Drilling Operations ManagerOverseeing project logistics, safety guidelines, and operational reporting for large-scale drilling projects.
Mineral Production Drilling SupervisorRunning on-site drilling operations and maintaining effective teamwork in mineral development settings.

Licensing

STATE SPECIFIC

⚠️ Important

The Diploma of Well Servicing Operations often aligns with state-based regulatory requirements for drilling supervisors. Please note that while a qualification is a key component, it does not automatically grant a licence to operate; further assessment by state authorities may be required.

NSWNSW Resources Regulator
QLDResources Safety & Health Queensland
WADepartment of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety
VICEarth Resources Regulation
SADepartment for Energy and Mining
NTDepartment of Industry, Tourism and Trade
TASMineral Resources Tasmania
ACTAccess Canberra

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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:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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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:

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Work History & Roles

  • Comprehensive CV detailing supervisor or manager roles
  • Position descriptions for senior drilling or rig operations
  • Letters of validation from industry employers
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Operational Planning

  • Rig-up and rig-down monitoring reports
  • Equipment selection and planning documents
  • Well servicing logs and daily operational reports
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Risk & Compliance

  • Risk management system implementation records
  • Safety induction and orientation programs led by you
  • Incident investigation and technical situation reports
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Technical Management

  • Maintenance schedules for drilling and rig equipment
  • Project coordination and logistics plans
  • Performance reports and efficiency audits

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

When will RPL for this qualification be available?
We are currently in the process of identifying and vetting Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that meet our standards for the RII51020 qualification. By registering your interest, you will be the first to know when the pathway is open.
Why should I register my interest now?
Registering allows us to understand the demand and specific needs of well servicing supervisors. It ensures you receive early access to a free skills review once we have a delivery partner in place.
Is RPL the same as completing a training course?
No. Recognition of Prior Learning assesses the skills you have already developed through years of on-site experience. It is a process of gathering evidence to demonstrate you already meet the national standard, rather than learning it for the first time.
What kind of supervisor experience is required?
Assessors typically look for evidence of high-level autonomy, such as planning rig operations, managing maintenance, and implementing risk management systems. Your role should involve significant judgement in technical and managerial tasks.
How do I demonstrate I can manage non-routine situations?
Evidence can include reports on complex technical challenges you have solved, incident management logs, or documented changes to operational plans in response to unforeseen field conditions.

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