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Excavator Operator Courses in Gympie

An Excavator Operator uses excavation equipment to break up and move dirt and rock, leveling ground for various construction projects.

How do I become an Excavator Operator in Gympie?

Get qualified to work as an Excavator Operator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Course providers in Gympie

The following providers offer Excavator Operator courses in Gympie, Queensland.
Noble Training Group
41488
3
Realistic Training Options
32496
1
SDS Training
32505
3
Ascent Training Solutions
32108
3
City-Wide Building & Training Services
91138
1
Civil Train
5708
1
ACTA Group
45370
2
RudTek
31953
1
Kallibr Training
32365
1
Cartec Training
52502
1
AQTraining
32456
1
National Training Services
21254
1
My Skills Australia
91037
1
Foundation Training Australia
31972
2
Skillinvest
4192
1
Calibre Training and Development
32394
1
Dickens Assessment and Training Services
31664
1
SWQ Training
32199
1
Gold Training
40515
3
Astra Group Services
31544
1
South Regional TAFE
52790
1
South Metropolitan TAFE
52787
1
MinRes Training Institute
40727
1
All States Training
32577
3
National Skills
45438
1
High Skill Training
91309
2
Learning Live
41067
1
Mobile Plant Operator Training Services
91589
1
DLI Training
21714
1
Link Resources
45483
3
Shamrock Training
45171
1
All Onsite Training and Assessment
0419 243 676
1
CEG-Training Partnerships
40138
1
Advanced Heavy Vehicle Driver Training
31359
2

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Excavator Operator generally earns $1,550 per week ($80,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There are currently 9,500 people working as an Excavator Operator in Australia and this number has grown slightly in recent years. Five years ago there were 9,100 people in this job role. Excavator Operators may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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To become an Excavator Operator, consider the Certificate III in Trenchless Technology. This course will explore topics such as horizontal directional drilling, auger boring and pipe jacking. You’ll also look at subjects like workplace communication and occupational safety.

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Excavator Operator careers

If you're considering a career in heavy machinery operation, the Excavator Operator courses in Gympie could be your gateway to success. Gympie, with its vibrant construction and civil infrastructure projects, provides an excellent backdrop for hands-on training. Notable providers such as AST and Link Resources offer courses designed to equip you with the necessary skills to operate excavators safely and efficiently. Completing these courses will not only certify you as an excavator operator but will also facilitate your entry into various job roles in the construction sector.

Upon finishing your training, you might find exciting opportunities as a Building Estimator, Construction Labourer, or even a Construction Manager. Each of these career paths not only highlights the versatility of skills gained from excavator operation courses but also intersects with essential fields such as Building and Construction and Civil Construction. This broad network of opportunities makes Gympie an advantageous location for those eager to carve out a future in the construction industry.

Enrolling in one of the Excavator Operator courses in Gympie not only sets you on a path to becoming a skilled operator but also opens doors to roles such as Construction Project Manager or Site Foreman. With Gympie's growing infrastructure needs, trained professionals are in demand. Take the first step towards your future by exploring training options with recognised providers such as AST and Link Resources, and become a part of Gympie's thriving construction landscape.