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Diploma of Surface Operations Management

  • Diploma

Lead and supervise open cut mining operations Study this course and gain the practical skills and knowledge to lead and supervise operations involved in the extraction of materials in an open cut mine.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
2 years full-time
Course Code
RII50120
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Lead and supervise open cut mining operations

Study this course and gain the practical skills and knowledge to lead and supervise operations involved in the extraction of materials in an open cut mine.

This Diploma reflects the role of supervisors, site managers or project managers that are working towards a quarry manager role in an open cut mine or a quarry. On completion of this course you'll be able to perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. You'll be able to manage the quantity and quality of the output of others, contribute to the development of technical solutions to problems, and apply safety management plans to the workplace.

The preferred pathway into this qualification is through experience in a formal supervision role in the open pit area.

Study locations

East Perth

What you will learn

  • Managing people and operating in a business environment
  • Safety and risk management
  • Communication
  • Managing the interaction of vehicles and equipment
  • Stockpile management plans and environmental management

Career pathways

  • Production Manager (Mining) | Mine Manager | Mine Superintendent | Quarry Manager

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