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RIIMPO320F

Excavator Ticket (Brisbane)

Earn your excavator ticket in Brisbane by completing nationally recognised excavator training. Major Training offers a comprehensive course that covers operating an excavator for construction work.

Excavator Ticket

Excavator Ticket (Brisbane)

Cost

$995.00

Duration

1-2 days

Course Outcomes

Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment in RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations

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OVERVIEW

For operating heavy machinery and gaining a useful pathway into civil construction, we provide excavator training in Brisbane. Our experienced trainers will give you the confidence, knowledge, and practical skills to operate an excavator safely and efficiently. Completing the RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations prepares you to work with excavators across construction, transport, mining, agriculture, and civil projects.

An excavator ticket makes you a more valuable asset on site. It also opens doors to more opportunities. If you’re based in Brisbane and are keen to expand your role in construction, taking excavator training is the first step towards achieving your goal.

Course Details

Workers interested in operating an excavator on active construction sites and civil projects are required to hold a valid excavator ticket in order to perform these duties. To get an excavator ticket, you’ll need to complete the nationally recognised unit of competency (RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations) through an approved training provider such as Major Training.

Our Brisbane excavator training covers pre-operational inspections, safe operating techniques, excavation duties (digging, trenching, placing materials), fitting attachments, WHS regulations and site safety, post-operative procedures, and machine operator maintenance. 

The course is delivered over a 3-day period and in a real construction environment. Expect to become job-ready for civil construction excavator operations after completing both the training and assessment components of the program.

What's INCLUDED:

A training plan based on our earthmoving industry expertise

Practical training documented in a practical skills logbook

Written and practical assessments after completing formal training

All training materials, machinery, and a hi-vis vest

Assessment that includes a closed-book written theory test and a practical test using machinery.

A statement of attainment for the unit RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations upon course completion

Entry Requirements

To enrol in this excavator course, students must:

  • Be able to read and write basic English
  • Pass a language, literacy, and numeracy assessment (LLN)
  • Be mechanically minded with an interest in operating heavy machinery
  • Be a minimum of 16 years of age
  • Provide two forms of identification
  • Wear steel-capped or safety boots on site
  • Sun protection is also recommended (hat, long sleeves, and pants)

Get Funding for Your Course

Students and employers in QLD and NSW are eligible for funded training courses and apprenticeships through state and federal incentives.

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Excavator Ticket (Brisbane) Career Pathways

An excavator ticket in Brisbane leads to numerous career opportunities, especially as the city continues to expand through large-scale infrastructure and urban development projects. Major projects like the Cross River Rail project, for example, are still in the middle of testing, integration, and commissioning phases. This means a substantial amount of civil, structural, and logistics work remains to be completed. Also, the Brisbane Metro project continues to drive demand for operators experienced in earthmoving and civil works across multiple inner-city construction zones.

Possible Roles

Excavator Operator: Brisbane’s ongoing preparation for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games has driven steady construction work and is expected to remain strong for years. For workers, holding an excavator ticket is a practical entry point into a market that consistently needs competent excavator operators across both public and private sectors.

Utility and Pipeline: In Brisbane, continuous upgrades to urban utilities and expansion into developing suburbs are driving strong demand. Projects linked to new residential growth areas and commercial precincts mean utility excavation work remains steady and essential.

Rail Infrastructure Operator: Rail infrastructure operators use excavators to assist with track laying, drainage installation, platform construction, and maintenance works along rail corridors. With that said, Brisbane’s rail network expansion, particularly the Cross River Rail project and upgrades connected to the Queensland Rail network, continues to generate long-term employment opportunities.

Demolition Specialist: Redevelopments across Brisbane are also expanding the labour market for demolition specialists. From new residential estates in North Lakes and commercial complexes in Logan, demolition specialists must hold an excavator ticket in order to dismantle structures, remove debris, and clear sites for redevelopment using the excavator’s accurate functions.

Environmental Restoration: Brisbane’s river systems and flood-prone landscape mean there’s ongoing work in riverbank stabilisation and rehabilitation projects along the Brisbane River and surrounding catchments. In environmental restoration, excavators are utilised to reshape land, restore waterways, and rebuild natural habitats.

Landscaping and Earthmoving: The demand for landscaping and earthmoving is notably high in Brisbane due to ongoing commercial upgrades and residential growth in the suburbs. New public spaces and other expansions also continue to drive consistent demand for skilled operators who play a role in landscaping projects by shaping terrain, creating features like fountains, and more.

Potential wages could be in the region of $78,000 to $85,000 per year.

Delivery Options

Major Training offers a three-day Brisbane excavator training course delivered in a real construction environment, giving you hands-on experience operating real machinery. Throughout the course, you’ll build practical skills through structured training and complete both theory and practical assessment components.

You can complete the course at our Brisbane facility, or we can come to you and deliver the training at your location. By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to step into civil construction roles and operate excavators safely on active worksites.

Our Site

Utilise Major's well-equipped sites across South East Queensland (SEQ) for your training needs. We have popular industry courses running weekly.
Major also run courses in Northern NSW. Contact us today to learn more about undertaking a course in Northern NSW.

Course Details
Three-Day Excavator Course

Duration: 2 days training, 1 day assessment

Time: 6.30am to 3pm

  • Quality training materials (logbook, training plan, training manual, full assessment, heavy machinery)
  • Three days of intense, competency-based training and assessment delivered by our exceptional trainers and assessors
  • Intensive theoretical and practical training conducted in our classroom facilities over two days
  • Theoretical learning will be presented through videos, live demonstrations, and instructions
  • One day of practical assessment at our facility where you’ll operate an excavator
  • A practical skills logbook for you to record your experiences during the course
  • Courses run Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday from 6:30 am until 3.00 pm
Training Locations
What You'll Pay
THREE-DAY EXCAVATOR COURSE:

$995.00

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Funded Options
CSQ Funding

Amount Funded: $550

Student Gap Fee (what you will pay): $150

Learn More about CSQ Funding here; CSQ Funding

BERT Funding

BERT Funding is available. Please see here for more information on costs; BERT Funding

SMART AND SKILLED FUNDING

Smart and Skilled Funding is available. Please see here for more information on costs; Smart & Skilled Funding

Study Now Pay later

Study Now, Pay Later options are available for this course. Please see here for more information; Study Now, Pay Later

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Student Support

Study Information

View our comprehensive resource hub and explore more information about payment options, student support, credit transfer/RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning), assessment methods, and the wealth of resources available to enhance your educational journey.

We accept a range of payment options:

  • Credit Card via our secure payment gateway
  • Study Now and Pay Later with up to 12 Months Interest-Free -> Learn More Here
  • AfterPay: Pay in 4 easy installments -> Learn More Here

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At Major Training Group, we aim to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their studies and that is why students have access to a range of support options to help them along the way. They include:

  • Additional practical training sessions
  • Extended learning time
  • Alternative training methods and resources
  • Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training
  • Recognition of previous learning and experience to speed up the process.

Students with prior industry experience may be eligible for RPL. Students may also qualify for credit transfer if they can demonstrate prior qualifications and/or statements of attainment. You can learn more about credit transfer and RPL

We use a variety of assessment methods including;

  • Online
  • Paper
  • Video
  • Q&A
  • Demonstration
  • Short written answers
  • Longer written answers
  • Third-party observation
  • Knowledge skills observation 
  • Employer reports

Next Available Courses:

There are currently no upcoming dates scheduled for this course.

Enquire now to speak with our training team about your options including future course dates, private or onsite delivery, or customised training for your team. Not sure which course is right for you? Call us on 1300 790 822 to chat with a course advisor

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Why Our Students choose to study with major

10,000+

Students Each Year

Over 10,000 students complete their training with us every year!

95%

Student Pass Rate

We maintain an impressive 95% pass rate and offer additional support where needed to ensure every student's success.

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RTO for flexible delivery options

Our commitment to flexible delivery options allows you to train on your terms.

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Leading the way in real-world training for the Construction, Automotive and Engineering Industries for over 2 decades.

Awesome!! After coming from TAFE the training is so much better.
Awesome!! After coming from TAFE the training is so much better. Smaller classes better and more knowledgeable teachers who care about the students and more flexible learning (being able to do most of the work from home). TAFE felt like it was just there to keep apprentices there for as long as possible (spending 8 hours to do 2 hours of work) but here it’s all based around the student, come in for the morning to to finish up units then go back to work for the rest of the day.

Tom
Would definitely recommend to others
The staff were very friendly, trainer Carl made it very easy to learn what was needed and helped when I was struggling. Crane operator pat was very kind and made it easy to do the lifts. Amazing operator. Would definitely recommend to others and will be coming back to learn other skills. 👍

Seth
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Great place to get those tickets you've been long after with professional trainers helping you every step of the way.

Steve
easy and professional
So impressed with how easy and professional they made the training process! Would definitely recommend.

Bronte
Really great training company
Really great training company. Very flexible and friendly. I've dealt with a lot of training companies but Major are by far the best.

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Based on 1,620 reviews
Kurt collins is a wonderful and kind trainer made course enjoyable
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Sua Soliai
4 months ago
Kurt Collins
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Josh Vernall
4 months ago
Kurt ran a really good working at heights course. He kept it light but delivered all the information required to work safely at heights
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Bailey Harding
4 months ago
Kurt was a great trainer, heaps of knowledge! Cheers
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Bobby Jeffries
4 months ago
Great trainer
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Joshua Woods
6 months ago
Highly recommended Major as a training organisation. Carl was very approachable, thorough and made learning what we needed to simple.

Shoutout to Mal also for putting the crane hook where we needed it 😁🤙

Thanks again guys!
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Mil Ghi
6 months ago
I recently completed my Certificate III (online) through Major Training Group, and I had a wonderful experience.

My educator, Cathy Fendley, was absolutely fabulous. We had agreed-upon sessions once a week (and sometimes twice a week when needed), and she was always supportive, organised, and encouraging. Cathy helped me tremendously, especially with my case studies, making sure I fully understood the requirements and felt confident in my work.

She also went above and beyond by helping me find a placement closer to my location, which made a big difference for me. During my placement, she visited and gave me such a great morale boost — her support truly meant a lot.

I’m very grateful to have had Cathy as my teacher. She is a wonderful educator and a genuinely caring person. Highly recommend Major Training Group!
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Darwin ROSALES
7 months ago
I had a fantastic experience with Major Training. Katrina was my trainer for both my EWP and Forklift courses, and she was absolutely amazing, very knowledgeable, patient, and supportive. She explains everything clearly and makes sure everyone feels confident and safe.
I also want to mention Thane. Even though he wasn’t my trainer, he was very friendly and always willing to help.
Great team, professional training, and a very welcoming environment. Highly recommended definitely more than 5 stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Lachie
7 months ago
Highly recommend this RTO! The trainers are extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and always happy to help whenever you need support. They genuinely care about your learning and make sure you understand the material, not just pass the course.

They also create a great environment with things like regular BBQs, which makes it a welcoming and supportive place to study. It’s clear they put real effort into looking after their students and building a strong community.

If you’re considering training here, you won’t regret it.
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Stuart Smith
7 months ago
Highly recommend Major training. I cannot express how much it was a pleasure to be educated and trained by my highly experienced assessor CARL BERRY for helping me complete my C6 Crane ticket. It's alot of theory work and alot of maths and also practical about the Crane as I've had no experience. Carl Berry gave not just me but the other pupils in the classroom the time and the patience to help us to complete and accomplish this course. I'm not gonna lie it is very hard but with the right training studying and perseverance it was all well worth it. Thank you so much Carl for all your hard work and keep it mate. I really do appreciate what you have done for me. And last but not least thank you Major training for having me as a student at your facility.
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Wilfredo Avilez
11 months ago
I was Booked in to do EWP training with Major training Kurt Collins was my teacher he was brilliant knows his stuff and kept us engaged.
Response from the owner
11 months ago
Thanks Wilfredo for the wonderful feedback; we're so glad Kurt's training was brilliant and engaging! 👍
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Brad Samso
11 months ago
Did my ewp ticket at Major with Kurt Collins , gret course and best trainer
Response from the owner
11 months ago
We're thrilled you think Kurt is the best trainer, thank you for the high review, Brad! 🏆
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Bfame Autoworks
11 months ago
Kurt was a great trainer that gave relevant information to real world environments and situations
Response from the owner
11 months ago
Thank you for the great feedback, will pass this to Kurt!
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Nikki Larsenn
11 months ago
Paul and Kurt were incredibly helpful while I was undertaking a forklift license. Would recommend!
Response from the owner
11 months ago
Thanks, Nikki! ✨We're so glad Paul and Kurt provided a helpful and positive experience for you!
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TK KIREKA
11 months ago
Kurt and Paul are very good and professional trainers. Learnt alot from them.

10/10
Response from the owner
11 months ago
That's fantastic TK🎉! We'll be sure to let Kurt and Paul know you appreciated their training.
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Denver Arthars
11 months ago
Paul and Kurt were fantastic in helping me pass my forklift ticket :)
Response from the owner
11 months ago
Great to hear, Denver!🎉Congratulations on passing your ticket!
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Roaul Walsh
11 months ago
Teachers down to the trainers are top tier!!!

Got my HR license first go and can’t appreciate much more on how this course helped me though without work and no money coming and this was the only shot I had, I probably come back to get more certificates and tickets under my belt 👍👍
Response from the owner
11 months ago
"Top tier" is amazing feedback, Raoul! Thank you so much for the review. We look forward to see you next time. 🥳
Imran is a wonderful educator, and able to speak from experience. The learner guides and PowerPoints are very informative, but the written assessments are confusing in their phrasing.
Response from the owner
11 months ago
Thank you, Isabelle! We're thrilled Imran provided a wonderful experience and will pass on your feedback on our assessments.
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Lenny Latu
11 months ago
My experience is quite good place for unskill my knowledge. Our teacher is good knowledgeable
Response from the owner
11 months ago
We're so glad you had a good experience upskilling with us, Lenny. Thank you!
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Waide Darcy
1 year ago
Kurt’s class was funny and entertaining
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Nick Hutton
1 year ago
Kurt’s class was very good and informative. Plenty of information to get me over the line.
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Braden Wensley
1 year ago
Kurt was a good trainer and knowledgeable
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Porchea Pateman
1 year ago
Had Paul as my instructor/driver trainer for my HR licence and was really impressed with the training which got me my licence!
Paul was fantastic passionate about his job and down to earth
Response from the owner
1 year ago
Cheers, Taffy is great isnt he!
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Graidy Hawken
1 year ago
Kurt was a great trainer. Made sure we all knew exactly what we needed to for W@H training. In may
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Tony Carter
1 year ago
Taffy was very friendly and easy going. He is experienced and knowledgeable at what he does. He conveyed all things I was required to know to pass and get my MC licence. I would recommend major training to anyone.
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SaraW
1 year ago
Kurt is a great trainer. Friendly and helpful.
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Casey Haidley
1 year ago
Kurt was a great trainer and gave all the information needed to help pass my course
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Ben Petersen
1 year ago
Kurt Collins was the instructor for fork lift licence.
He was very informative and helpful.
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Mark Daquio
2 years ago
Highly recommended training group, staff is so kind especially to my trainor mr. Brandon thanks for the petience and understanding...thank you mate....cheers!!!!
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Jack Walls
2 years ago
Paul and Taffy were a great help with pushing me through my lessons to pass my MR truck license. Highly recommend these 2. Great blokes
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Summer Milward
2 years ago
Great leaning and great teacher
Kurt Collin’s was my trainer, I found him to be extremely helpful, and calmed my nerves.
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Michael Fleming
2 years ago
Kurt was a great trainer for the past 3 days!!!
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Nathan Richards
2 years ago
Just performed rigging with Ryan. With Ryan’s experience within the industry he delivers a really good course with real life experience making it very simple and easy to relate to. Have done dogging also with him and could not recommend a better trainer or training provider meeting other trainers they are all easy to get along with
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Wayne Bennington
2 years ago
Just completed my Work Safely at Heights with Kurt, what an awesome job he did on the delivery, very informative and well informed, great delivery and discussions and explained everything so well, I took a heap of note away with me.
Great course
Thanks
Kurt🤓🤓
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Tom
2 years ago
I can't recommend Paul from Major Training highly enough! He was an incredible instructor who supported me every step of the way in obtaining my HR licence. After failing my first test due to nerves, I was feeling pretty discouraged. However, Paul’s patience, understanding, and encouragement made all the difference.

He took the time to go over everything thoroughly, helping me rebuild my confidence and fine-tune my skills. His calm demeanor helped ease my anxiety. Thanks to Paul’s support, I was able to pass my test.

Thank you Paul, I appreciate the help to better my life!
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Eunchan Chu
2 years ago
I completed my crane ticket training with Major, and it was a fantastic experience. Shane, the trainer, was knowledgeable, clear, and supportive throughout the course. I feel confident and fully prepared, thanks to their excellent balance of theory and hands-on practice.
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Kylie Crossley
2 years ago
Major Training Group! I highly recommend Jay and the Team they have been phenomenal! Deb, Paul and Jay have gone above and beyond to give me the best outcome possible. Very helpful throughout with myself and many of my employees who have all had the best experience! could not recommend the Team enough, anyone hoping to book in to do a course I assure you Major Training Group is the best place to be.
Thank you again for your service.