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)
• use computer technology to monitor and communicate project status
• use IT to create documents and maintain records of work activities

Mandatory units of competency  

Unit code

Unit title

RIIERR501A

Implement underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems

RIIMCU501A

Implement the spontaneous combustion management plan

RIIMCU502A

Implement the gas management plan

RIIMCU506A

Implement strata management plan

RIIRAI501B

Implement mine transport systems and production equipment

RIIRAI503B

Implement site services and infrastructure systems

RIIRIS402A

Carry out the risk management processes

RIIUND501A

Implement the ventilation management plan

AND  

RIIBLA302A

Conduct shotfiring operations in underground coal mines(Mandatory in NSW)  

OR  

RIIBLA202B

Support underground shotfiring operations(Minimum in Queensland)  

Specified electives  

Unit code

Unit title

BSBOHS407A

Monitor a safe workplace

RIICOM301B

Communicate information

RIIMCU503A

Implement the gas drainage management plan

RIIMCU504A

Implement the outburst management plan

RIIMCU505A

Implement the inrush management plan(Mandatory in NSW)  

RIIOHS301A

Conduct safety and health investigations

RIIRAI506A

Implement, monitor, rectify and report on inventory control system

RIIPRM501A

Implement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts

RIIUND603A

Manage, operate and maintain the mine ventilation system

General electives 

Unit code

Unit title

BSBFIM501A

Manage budgets and financial plans

BSBINN502A

Build and sustain an innovative work environment

BSBLED501A

Develop a workplace learning environment

BSBMGT515A

Manage operational plan

BSBMGT516A

Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBSMB402A

Plan small business finances

BSBWOR501A

Manage personal work priorities and professional development

BSBWOR502A

Ensure team effectiveness

RIIGOV401B

Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems