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

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
• provide feedback and advice to staff
• lead site-wide planning and coordination activities

Problem-solving

• re-allocate staff and resources in response to changing weather, site conditions and priorities
• manage staff to solve problems and coordinate individual responsibilities and activities
• work cooperatively with clients to resolve contract and operational issues
• manage the 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
• lead change and continuous improvement processes
• manage 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)
• computer technology is used 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

RIICOM301B

Communicate information

RIIERR503A

Implement emergency preparedness and response systems

RIIGOV501A

Identify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements

RIIMEX502A

Implement systems and methods of mining

RIIOHS301A

Conduct safety and health investigations

RIIRAI501B

Implement mine transport systems and production equipment

RIIRAI503B

Implement site services and infrastructure systems

Group A electives  

Unit code

Unit title

RIIBHD501A

Manage blast hole drilling operations

RIIENV501A

Implement and maintain environmental management plan

RIIENV502A

Undertake process or project environmental impact assessment

RIIMEX501A

Implement pit plan

RIIPRO502A

Develop, implement and maintain process control systems

RIISDM501A

Conduct mine surveying operations

RIISRM502A

Design stockpile formations and reclaiming systems

RIIUND501A

Implement the ventilation management plan

RIIWBP502A

Plan and monitor recycled material operations

RIIWMG501A

Implement the site water management plan

Group B electives 

Unit code

Unit title

BSBCUS501A

Manage quality customer service

BSBINM501A

Manage an information or knowledge management system

BSBINN502A

Build and sustain an innovative work environment

BSBLED501A

Develop a workplace learning environment

BSBMGT515A

Manage operational plan

BSBMGT516A

Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBOHS509A

Ensure a safe workplace

BSBWOR501B

Manage personal work priorities and professional development

BSBWOR502B

Ensure team effectiveness