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Civil Construction

If you are interested in a hands-on career that will make a positive impact on people’s lives, civil construction might be a good fit for you. A career in civil construction covers a broad range of tasks related to planning, creating and maintaining public infrastructure to help make the public’s lives easier. Your work may involve operating specialised equipment and applying a wide range of skills in diverse working environments. 

Every year, billions of dollars are poured into infrastructure projects to improve our cities and towns. This means there are endless opportunities for jobs in the civil construction industry across Western Australia and further abroad. 

Keen to join one of WA’s biggest industries? It all starts here! We offer a number of civil construction courses with practical, hands-on training that will set you up for success.

  • Earthmoving Plant Operators

  • Civil Engineering Professionals

  • Crane, Hoist and Lift Operators

  • Structural Steel Construction Workers

  • Paving and Surfacing Layers

  • Other Mobile Plant Operators

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    Basic Welding Skill Set

    State ID KAD11
    This short course will introduce you to welding, as well as safety and workshop requirements and procedures. Learn how to handle and familiarise yourself with welding equipment over eight 3-hour sessions, without the stress of applying for a whole trade. 
    Campuses
    • Geraldton
    • Carnarvon

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

    National ID RII30820 | State ID BGL4

    Dig in and build a big future today.

    The Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations will set you up with the skills you need to work as an operator within the civil construction industry.
    Campuses
    • Technology Park (Geraldton)

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate II in Construction Pathways

    National ID CPC20220 | State ID BGC8

    Step into the world of construction

    Kick start your career in construction with this course as a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry, with the exception of plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship and this...

    Campuses
    • Carnarvon

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Dogging Skill Set

    State ID KAB04

    Look up - your career could be right above your head.

    Learn the basics of being a dogman, and take your first step towards employment on a building construction or mining site as part of a team with a rigger and crane operator.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • Workplace

    Infrastructure Ready Skill Set

    State ID AE388

    Start a rewarding and challenging career in the civil construction industry

    Prepare yourself for entry level roles for infrastructure projects.
    Campuses
    • Technology Park (Geraldton)

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Mine Site Preparation Skill Set

    State ID KAC41

    Start a career in the growing mining or construction industry.

    Gain the essential tickets and training to get you ready to work in mining or construction.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Traffic Management Skill Set

    State ID KAD73

    The Traffic Management Skill Set is for people who want to work in traffic management on public roads and other designated traffic management areas

    This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to be able to safely control traffic with a stop/slow...

    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    White Card Skill Set

    State ID KAD77

    Compliance has never been simpler.

    Upon successful completion of this skill set, individuals will receive their White Card, along with skills and knowledge to keep themselves and others safe on-site. A White Card confirms that you have completed General Construction Induction training....

    Campuses
    • Northam

    Study Modes
    • Online and on campus

    Work Safely at Heights and in Confined Spaces Skill Set

    State ID KAD75

    Don't leave safety to chance

    From harnessing safety protocols at heights to mastering confined space entry procedures, we've got you covered. Our 'Work Safely at Heights and in Confined Spaces Skill Set' course goes beyond the basics, delving deep into the intricacies of working in...

    Campuses
    • Northam

    Study Modes
    • On campus