Level up from manual civil construction work to supervisory roles in civil construction operations. This course helps you upskill with up-to-date knowledge in workplace health and safety, operational plans, risk management and leadership.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
Coordinate business operational plans
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
Supervise civil works and apply site risk management systems
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate IV level
Experience in leadership and supervisory skills
Knowledge of civil construction projects at operations level
Insight into civil construction design and planning
Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
That you are employed in the civil construction industry and have a minimum of 3 years relevant experience, as evidenced by a letter from your employer
The ability to access at least 300 hours of relevant experience in your current workplace throughout the duration of your course, as evidenced by a letter from your employer
That you hold a valid general construction induction card (commonly known as a white card), as evidenced by providing a copy of your white card
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
Intermediate computer skills for emails and computer use
Maths skills to determine volumes, areas and weights
The ability to read drawings, specifications and longer reports such as environmental, safety and quality reports
An understanding of workplace policies such as codes of conduct
Experience developing toolbox talks in the industry
The ability to work well as part of a team
Exposure to risk and hazard assessments on a construction site
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 12 high school level
TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.
This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Our graduates go onto roles like: Civil construction supervisor, Civil construction work supervisor, Civil construction site manager, Civil construction foreperson, Civil construction superintendent and Civil construction project manager
A white card (or general construction induction card) is required for any worker who needs to access a construction site. Local regulations should also be checked for requirements. Visit the SafeWork website for more information on applying for your white card.
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
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At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Operations) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 Units of competency, including 5 core and 7 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
TAFE NSW Libraries
Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
Student associations – get social with our student community
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