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Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations

This qualification covers skilled work in well servicing, for roles such as derrickman or assistant driller. It includes tripping the production string, running fluid systems and other equipment, working under permits and responding to emergencies. If you already work in well servicing, your experience could be recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
RII32220 Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

People who work on well servicing rigs, onshore or offshore, and want a formal qualification for their skills.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Derrickman
  • Assistant driller
  • Floorman
  • Well servicing operator

Qualification structure

14 units in total. The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency. At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A; at least two (2) units must be chosen from Group B; no more than two (2) units may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package or accredited course. All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. The elective bank contains both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the resources and infrastructure industry. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements. There are no prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported as an elective, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.

Core units

8 units
  1. BSBLDR301Support effective workplace relationships
  2. BSBWHS311Assist with maintaining workplace safety
  3. MSMPER200Work in accordance with an issued permit
  4. RIIENV201Identify and assess environmental and heritage
  5. RIIERR302Respond to local emergencies and incidents
  6. RIIOGD209Operate and maintain ancillary equipment
  7. RIIWSV302Trip production string for well servicing operations
  8. RIIWSV303Operate fluid systems

Elective units

16 units

Group A

  1. RIIOGD304Apply effective coal seam gas control practices
  2. RIIOGD305Apply blow out prevention operational procedures
  3. RIIWSV203Prepare equipment for well servicing air operations
  4. RIIWSV301Conduct and maintain well servicing derrick
  5. RIIWSV304Prepare well servicing fishing operations

Group B

  1. PMASUP236Operate vehicles in the field
  2. RIICOM301Communicate information
  3. RIIHAN307Operate a vehicle loading crane
  4. RIIHAN309Conduct telescopic materials handler operations
  5. RIIRIS301EApply risk management processes
  6. RIISAM209Carry out operational maintenance
  7. RIIVEH305Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
  8. RIIWHS202Enter and work in confined spaces
  9. RIIWHS204Work safely at heights
  10. RIIWHS301Conduct safety and health investigations
  11. TAEDEL311Provide work skill instruction

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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