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Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation

This is an entry-level qualification for people starting out in resources and infrastructure, the broad group of industries that covers mining, civil construction, drilling and oil and gas.

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How long it takes
6 to 12 months
typical for this level
How you can study
On campus
Taught by
16 providers
Every state and territory

Is this course right for you?

What the Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation asks of you, and what you might want to check first.

It helps to have

  • an interest in working outdoors in resources and infrastructure
  • a careful attitude to site safety and following procedures
  • willingness to handle materials and basic tools
  • good communication skills for working with a team

Before you start

The qualification has no set entry requirements, but each provider can add its own.

Where this course can take you

No job needs this course on its own, but it can help with the work below.

Jobs this course can help with

None of these jobs needs a set qualification.

  • Mining Labourer

    Mining labourers do the manual work on a mine site, keeping plant fuelled, work areas clear and extraction crews supplied.

    Median pay$96,200 (estimate)

    In demand

If you study further

Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list. Pay marked as an estimate is our own analysis, not a published figure.

Where you can study this course

There are 16 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.

What you’ll learn

The main topics covered in the Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation.

  • Site safety procedures
  • Manual handling and materials
  • Using hand and power tools
  • Reading plans and job instructions
  • Working as part of a site crew
  • Basic environmental controls

Questions to ask before you enrol

Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.

  1. When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
  2. What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
  3. Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
  4. Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?

Questions people ask

Who is this qualification for?

It suits people starting out in resources and infrastructure, such as mining, civil construction, drilling, and oil and gas. You learn routine tasks, site safety, handling materials and tools, and following procedures, taking some responsibility for your work quality.

Do I need experience or other qualifications first?

This qualification has no entry requirements. Individual providers can set their own conditions, so check with the provider you choose before enrolling.

Related courses

The national training register, training.gov.au. TAFE course pages, read 20 September 2026. Google reviews. Pay and shortage status from Jobs and Skills Australia.