
How do I become a Production Operator in Darwin?
Get qualified to work as a Production Operator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Course providers in Darwin
The following providers offer Production Operator courses in Darwin, Northern Territory.














Common questions
In Australia, a full time Production Operator generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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.
This industry has seen a decrease in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 32,300 people employed as a Production Operator in Australia, compared to 37,200 five years ago. Production Operators may find work in regions of Australia where mining takes place, often in regional, rural or remote areas.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate III in Resource Processing is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Production Operator. This course covers a range of topics including workplace communication, risk management and safety, environmental protocols, quality standards, complying with work processes, operating equipment and heavy machinery, monitoring pipelines and boilers and responding to emergencies.
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What can you do with a Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations?
24th January 2022
Most popular manufacturing courses
19th July 2022All production operator courses
- FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing
- MSM30116 Certificate III in Process Manufacturing
- 22545VIC Course in Biomanufacturing Pathways
- MSS30322 Certificate III in Competitive Systems and Practices
- MSM30318 Certificate III in Manufactured Mineral Products
- MEM30119 Certificate III in Engineering - Production Systems
- RII20520 Certificate II in Resource Processing
- FBP40522 Certificate IV in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- MSM20116 Certificate II in Process Manufacturing
- RII32220 Certificate III in Well Servicing Operations
- RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing
- AUM20218 Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production - Bus, Truck and Trailer
- AURSS00058 LPG Fuel Systems Skill Set
- RII21120 Certificate II in Oil & Gas Drilling (Onshore) and Well Servicing
- PMA20116 Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
- RIISAM301F Test Operational Functions of Vehicles and Equipment
- FWP31121 Certificate III in Wood Machining
- MSMBLIC001 Licence to Operate a Standard Boiler
- RIIMPO338E Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations
- RIIMPO302E Conduct Hydraulic Shovel Operations
- FBPFSY1002 Follow Work Procedures to Maintain Food Safety
- PMA30120 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
- AHCBEK409 Rear Queen Bees
- PMB20121 Certificate II in Polymer Processing
- FBP30121 Certificate III in Food Processing (Distilling)
- FWP30416 Certificate III in Wood Panel Products
- ICP31320 Certificate III in Print Binding, Finishing and Packaging
- SFI20319 Certificate II in Seafood Post Harvest Operations
- PPM30121 Certificate III in Pulp and Paper Operations
Production Operator careers
If you're looking to kickstart your career in the manufacturing and processing industry, the range of Production Operator courses in Darwin offers excellent opportunities for both beginners and those with prior experience. With 10 specialised courses available in the Darwin area, including the popular Certificate II in Process Plant Operations PMA20116 and the Certificate III in Food Processing FBP30121, you can gain essential skills in an industry that is continuously evolving.
For those who are just starting out, there are 9 beginner courses designed specifically for learners without prior qualifications. Among them, the Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations RIIMPO338E and the Certificate III in Process Manufacturing MSM30116 stand out as valuable pathways towards a fulfilling production operator career. Additionally, experienced learners can further their expertise with advanced options like the Certificate IV in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing FBP40522.
As you explore the local training landscape, you'll find qualified training providers in Darwin ready to help you achieve your career goals. Each course is designed to equip you with practical skills and knowledge relevant to the production operator role, ensuring that you are job-ready upon completion. Discover more about these fantastic Production Operator courses in Darwin and take the first step towards a rewarding career today!