You’ll find that in the field of building and construction, there’s a lot of career pathways you can take, depending on your skills and where you want to go in your future. Beginning a TAFE building course might just be what you need to build up a career that you can be proud of, because after all, the future starts here.
The construction industry thrives on highly qualified tradespeople who have good hand-eye coordination, a great eye for detail, and good maths skills to follow measurements and technical plans. And, if you’ve got the ability to work at heights, you’ll find that there’s a lot of roles out there that you can find yourself in once you develop your skills in a building services course. No one day will be the same, and in the thrilling construction sector, you’ll find yourself engaged and fulfilling day in and day out.
Upon completion of these building services courses, our graduates have gone on to find positions such as:
- Trades Assistant
- Carpenter and Joiner
- Earthmoving Plant Operator
- Builder’s Labourer
- Construction and Mining Labourer
- Construction Labourer
- Labourer
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades)
National ID 52893WA | State ID BGS25Kick-start your career in the Building and Construction Industry
The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway – Trades) is an entry level course designed for learners, including school–based students, who are considering a career or a pathway into the construction industry....Study Modes
- Workplace
Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)
National ID 52893WA | State ID AD12Kick-start your career in the Building and Construction Industry
The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) is an entry level course designed for learners, including school–based students, who are considering a career or a pathway into the construction industry.- Geraldton
Study Modes
- On campus
Certificate III in Carpentry
National ID CPC30220 | State ID BGB8Set the foundations for a solid career in an in-demand industry.
You will gain the knowledge and skills to carry out a range of building and construction tasks; use basic carpentry tools, power tools, carpentry materials; construct a pitched roof, ceiling frame, wooden flooring; interpret...- Geraldton
- Kalgoorlie
Study Modes
- Apprenticeship
- Workplace
Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations Skill Set
State ID KAE48Operate an Excavator with Confidence
This Skill Set covers the skills and knowledge required to conduct hydraulic excavator operations for those working in site-based roles.- Northam
Study Modes
- On campus
Fencing Skill Set
State ID KAE94Build Your Fencing Skills for the Field
This Fencing Skill Set course covers the skills and knowledge required to install, maintain and repair farm fencing using appropriate tools and techniques. It is suited to individuals working under general supervision, with limited autonomy and...- Northam
Study Modes
- On campus
High Risk Work Licence Skill Set
State ID KAE90Build Skills for High Risk Work and Equipment Operation
This Skill Set is designed for individuals working as skilled operators in civil construction, who apply a broad range of skills across varied work contexts using discretion, judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. Participants...- Kalgoorlie
Study Modes
- On campus
Infrastructure Ready Skill Set
State ID AE388Start a rewarding and challenging career in the civil construction industry.
This Skill Set is nationally endorsed and gives new entrants the skills and knowledge to work safely in the civil construction industry, communicate effectively on work sites and how to plan work in relation to...- Technology Park (Geraldton)
- Kalgoorlie
Study Modes
- On campus
Introduction to Construction Levelling Skill Set
State ID KAE49Step into the world of construction
This course is ideal as a start to a building and construction pathway, building the basic safety skills for wet trades, plumbing, carpentry and joinery.
- Carnarvon
Study Modes
- On campus
Operate and Maintain Chainsaw Skill Set - Goldfields
State ID KAE31Practical Chainsaw Training for Beginners
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate and maintain a hand-held chainsaw in working condition. It includes cross-cutting fallen timber using safe cutting techniques.- Kalgoorlie
Study Modes
- On campus
Operate and Maintain Chainsaw Skill Set - Wheatbelt
State ID KAE602 Day Practical Chainsaw Training for Rangers and Beginners
This Skill Set covers the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand‑held chainsaw and pole saw and maintain them in proper working condition.- Muresk
- Moora
- Merredin
- Northam
Study Modes
- Online and on campus