Qualification details

The following table includes a summary of the employability skills as identified by the resources and infrastructure industry for this qualification. The table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes required here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill 

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: 

Communication

• provide clear and direct feedback
• listen carefully to instructions and information
• read and interpret project plans and safety signs
• calculate basic weights, distances and volumes
• complete accurate work plans, technical reports, risk assessments, etc
• negotiate solutions to customer and workplace based issues
• negotiate project details with clients
• network with other professionals working in the same field
• adjust communication style to meet the needs of people with diverse backgrounds

Teamwork

• plan and lead team performance and operations
• coordinate project activities and timelines with clients
• work cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race, religion or political persuasion and people with disability
• recognise and respond sensitively to people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• provide feedback and advice to staff
• participate in site-wide planning and coordination activities

Problem-solving

• re-allocate staff and resources in response to changing weather, site conditions and priorities
• work with staff to solve problems and coordinate team members’ responsibilities and activities
• work cooperatively with clients to resolve contract and operational issues
• participate in ongoing review and adjustment of operations against performance indicators and project milestones

Initiative and enterprise

• act independently to identify potential improvements to working practice and conditions
• identify and take steps to resolve risks in the workplace
• encourage the exploration and application of innovative approaches to improve on operational performance

Planning and organising

• manage and coordinate time and priorities for self and team
• identify and obtain appropriate personnel and resources for work
• ensure that risks are assessed and appropriate emergency plans are in place
• ensure that project planning incorporates the possibility of adapting to future changes

Self-management

• take responsibility for ensuring team targets and goals are achieved
• understand the standard of work expected at the work site
• proactively manage team performance
• develop trust and confidence in staff and customers

Learning

• be willing to learn new ways of working
• seek information to improve performance from people and workplace documents like policies, procedures etc
• understand equipment characteristics, technical capabilities, limitations and procedures
• participate in and, where appropriate, lead change processes
• work with staff to create learning and development plans
• prepare and lead formal or informal training sessions

Technology

• apply a range of basic IT skills in monitoring and reporting on systems
• operate equipment safely and according to manufacturer and workplace guidelines
• use communications technology appropriate to the workplace (email, mobile, radio, etc)
• use computer technology to monitor and communicate project status
• use IT to create documents and maintain records of work activities

Core units of competency  

Unit code

Unit title

BSBMGT401A

Show leadership in the workplace

BSBMGT402A

Implement operational plan

BSBOHS407A

Monitor a safe workplace

RIIRIS401A

Apply site risk management system

Group A electives  

Unit code

Unit title

LGAWORK401A

Develop works maintenance schedule

LGAWORK402A

Prepare for operational works

MSL924001A

Process and interpret data

MSL975007A

Supervise earthworks inspection, sampling and testing operations

MSL975016A

Perform complex tests to measure engineering properties of materials

RIIBLA401A

Manage blasting operations

RIIBLA402A

Monitor and control the effects of blasting on the environment

RIICBS401B

Apply the principles of asphalt paving and compaction

RIICBS402B

Apply the principles for the application of bituminous sprayed treatment

RIICBS403B

Apply the principles for the application of polymer modified binder

RIICBS404B

Apply the principles for the selection and use of bituminous emulsion

RIICBS405A

Apply the principles for the application of slurry surfacing

RIICBS406A

Apply the principles of pavement profiling using a profiler

RIICBS407A

Apply the principles for the manufacture and delivery of hot mix asphalt

RIICBS408A

Apply the principles for the manufacture of cold mix

RIICBS409A

Apply the principles for the manufacture of polymer modified binder

RIICBS410A

Apply the principles for the manufacture of bituminous emulsion

RIICBS411A

Apply the principles for the manufacture of slurry surfacing

RIICPL401A

Apply the principles for the installation of underground service using open excavation

RIICRC401A

Apply the principles of flexible pavement construction

RIICRC402A

Apply the principles of rigid pavement construction

RIICRC403A

Apply the principles of the stabilisation of materials

RIICRC404A

Inspect and report on pavement condition

RIICRC405A

Carry out pavement condition measurement

RIICRC406B

Apply the principles of pavement maintenance

RIICSG401A

Apply the principles of civil concrete structures construction

RIICSG402A

Apply the principles of civil steel structures construction

RIICSG403A

Apply the principles of civil timber structures construction

RIICSG404A

Apply the principles of civil masonry, crib and gabion structure construction

RIICSG405A

Carry out inspections of civil structures

RIICSG406A

Apply principles of maintenance of civil structures

RIICTC401A

Apply the principles of tunnel construction

RIICTT401A

Apply the principles for the installation of underground services using trenchless technology

RIICTT402A

Apply the principles for the repair and rehabilitation of underground services using trenchless technology

RIICWD525B

Select pavement surfacing

RIICWM401B

Supervise civil works

RIICWM402A

Supervise civil works contractors

RIICWM503A

Prepare civil works cost estimate

RIICWM504A

Prepare civil works bill of quantities

RIICWM505A

Prepare civil works schedule of rates

RIIDML401A

Apply the principles of demolitions

RIIMEX403A

Apply the principles of canal construction

RIIMPO402A

Apply the principles of earthworks construction

Group B electives 

Unit code

Unit title

BSBCUS401B

Coordinate implementation of customer service strategies

BSBFIA402A

Report on financial activity

BSBFIM501A

Manage budgets and financial plans

BSBINM401A

Implement workplace information system

BSBINN301A

Promote innovation in a team environment

BSBLED401A

Develop teams and individuals

BSBMGT403A

Implement continuous improvement

BSBPMG405A

Apply human resources management approaches

BSBPMG408A

Apply contract and procurement procedures

BSBPMG510A

Manage projects

BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

BSBSMB404A

Undertake small business planning

BSBSMB402A

Plan small business finances

BSBSUS301A

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

BSBWOR404B

Develop work priorities

LGADMIN417A

Conduct community consultations

LGACOM401A

Administer contracts

LGACOM402A

Arrange contracts

LGACOM409A

Prepare tender documentation

LGACOM410A

Prepare response to tenders

MSL953001A

Receive and prepare samples for testing

MSL973001A

Perform basic tests

MSL973002A

Prepare working solutions

MSL973006A

Prepare trial batches for evaluation

MSL974001A

Prepare, standardise and use solutions

PMLTEST403B

Assist with geotechnical site investigations

MSL974003A

Perform chemical tests and procedures

MSL974005A

Perform physical tests

MSL974010A

Perform mechanical tests

NWP440A

Supervise conduit inspection and reporting (for supervisors and managers)

RIICCR401A

Develop and maintain positive community relations

RIICOM301B

Communicate information

RIICWD503A

Prepare work zone traffic management plan

RIIENV401A

Supervise dust and noise control

RIIGOV401B

Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems

RIIOHS302A

Implement traffic management plan

RIIOHS401A

Supervise work in confined spaces

RIIQUA401A

Apply a quality management system on site

RIIRAI402A

Apply and monitor site plant and resource management plan

RIIRIS301B

Apply risk management processes

RIISAM401A

Apply site plant, equipment and infrastructure management plan

TAEDEL301A

Provide work skill instruction