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, 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.

For full Qualification details visit: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/RII50620

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)

eHe Training offers this qualification through a Recognition of Prior Learning

(RPL) pathway.

The RPL process recognises your existing experience gained through life or work for which you may not have obtained a formal qualification. We will work with you to identify your existing skills and assess if you can then achieve a full or partial qualification. This also helps to avoid unnecessary duplication of training, saving you time and money.

Under an RPL pathway you will be required to gather and submit valid, current (preferably under 12 months old, however assessment of currency remains the discretion of the Assessor), authentic and sufficient evidence to demonstrate your existing drilling knowledge and skills to meet the qualification requirements.

RPL Entry Requirements

Participants should already be employed as a Senior Driller, Supervisor or Manager, with a minimum of 12 months experience in the role or have prior drilling managment experience and have access to a drill site/sufficient evidence where competencies can be demonstrated and/or verified.

The expected completion timeline for this Qualification is 12 months.

The total course fees for this Qualification is $3500.00 GST Free, This is comprised of an enrolment fee of $1500.00 GST Free and a completion fee of $2000.00 GST Free.

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible career opportunities related to this qualification include:

• Drill Supervisor
• Project Manager 
• Operations Manager 
• Drilling Superintendant 
• General Manager

An individual undertaking this course on behalf of eHe Training  will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• Participants must be 18 years and over
• ID is required
• A Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number (or exemption). This is required prior to enrolments being processed. To obtain a USI number, please go to www.usi.gov.au to register.
• Online study/evidence submission: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with access to the internet to complete the online studies/evidence submission.
• Participants must have the physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical skills demonstration (if required)
• Participants must wear enclosed shoes/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing (if required)
• Language, literacy and numeracy requirements - students must be able to read and correctly interpret required documentation relevant to drilling operations, speak clearly and unambiguously in English, explain, describe and verify sometimes complex needs and issues and understand the risk assessment requirements. Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and producing any required reports. Numeracy is required to the level of being able to correctly calculate hole depth, mud weights and down hole equipment length.

Total number of units = 12 - 10 core units  plus 2 elective units,  of which:

• at least one (1) unit must be chosen from the elective list below
• no more than one (1) unit may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.

All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.

CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY

• BSBCUS501 Manage quality customer service
• BSBMGT517 Manage operational plan
• BSBWHS521 Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
• BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness
• RIIENV501E Implement and maintain environmental management plans
• RIIGOV501E Identify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements
• RIINHB501F Plan drilling
• RIIPRM501E Implement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts
• RIIRIS501E Implement and maintain management systems to control risk
• RIISAM502E Manage general drilling equipment maintenance

ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY

To be decided upon on enrolment, with a formal training plan issued.

After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:

• RII40920 Certificate IV in Drilling Operations or;
• Other relevant Diploma qualifications

Individuals undertaking this Qualification with eHe training may be expected to complete a submission of evidence/student portfolio, verbal, written and practical assessment tasks.

For full assessment, requirements go to: https://training.gov.au/

HMC Group Solutions & eHe training RTO 32279 provides ongoing support to students throughout the duration of their studies via email, phone and face-to-face.

eHe Training RTO 32279 recognises qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations and under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with eHe Training RTO 32279.

Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website https://ehe.edu.au for all details relating to rights and responsibilities, including complaints and appeals.