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Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations (RII30120) delivered workplace-based – we come to you! Your entry into Australia’s booming mining industry. This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as production operators, working in open cut coal or metalliferous mines or quarries, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.

Our Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations is designed for those looking to work in the resources and mining industry, this course builds the skills required for roles such as quarry production operator. Learners gain an understanding of safety and risk management, environmental care, and hands-on experience with industry equipment and blasting-related tasks.

The combination of flexibility, real-world relevance, one on one training and mentorship from your surface extraction trainer makes sure you are supported for successful course completion.

Flexible Delivery: FTS adapts to both student and employer needs, offering on-site training at the employer’s workplace.
Expert Trainers: The team consists of highly qualified surface extraction trainers with extensive real-world industry experience.
Practical Assessments: Surface Extraction training takes place in real-world conditions using the employer’s own equipment, making it directly relevant to the work completed within your workplace.
Digitized Learning: FTS offers 24/7 access to mining course materials and trainers.

The combination of flexibility, real-world relevance, one on one training and mentorship from your surface extraction trainer makes sure you are supported for successful course completion.

• NSW Smart & Skilled fee-free subsidised course subject to Smart & Skilled eligibility
• Blended delivery: Face-to-face, online and workplace-based learning.
• Industry experienced trainers.
• Hands-on training in real surface extraction industry.
• Flexible study format: 1-2 years, aligned with employer/traineeship timelines
• Students perform a variety of hands-on tasks in surface extraction, including the operation of light vehicles, rigid haul trucks, graders, dozers, and other mobile machinery, based on your selected electives.

• New trainees.
• Career changers or experienced workers.
• Anyone who wants to pursue a career in the mining sector

Pursue roles such as:

• Surface Extraction Operator
• Production Operator
• Quarry or Mining Mobile Plant Operator

• Eligible NSW residents can access Smart & Skilled subsidies.

1. Contact Fusion Training Solutions at 1300 643 484 or email [email protected]. RTO 91812
2. Let us assist with traineeship registration, or custom elective pathways.
3. Start your blended training journey and progress towards licensing and employment.

• No formal entry requirements — Open to all, including mature-age or experienced workers.
• Must be employed as a trainee.
• Licensing support and guidance are provided throughout your qualification and registration process.
• Other related courses: Cert IV in Civil Construction, Cert II in Civil Construction, Cert III in Civil Construction Plant Operations.

• Get qualified to work in civil with Fusion Training Solutions’ RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations. Benefit from government subsidies and flexible workplace-based delivery.