SuniTAFE
Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification intends to both prepare new employees and to also recognise and develop the skills of existing employees working in the earthmoving sector. The qualification will provide you with an ability to perform a broad range of servicing and repair tasks on a variety of mobile plant machinery and equipment.
These operations may include servicing and repairing mechanical parts such as engines, transmissions, suspension, cooling systems, brakes and track type drive and support systems. We are continuing to see rapid advances in this sector and in response to this technicians are becoming more specialised in their areas of work.
Delivery mode
SuniTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 453 Benetook Ave, Mildura, VIC
- 64 Sea Lake-Swan Hill Rd, Swan Hill, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology will prepare you for the following roles.
Mobile Plant Mechanic
A Mobile Plant Mechanic conducts repairs and maintenance on heavy machinery. You’ll often travel to various locations to work on equipment on site....
Plant Technician
A Plant Technician performs a range of duties at a processing or manufacturing facility. You might operate a particular piece of equipment or be pa...
Heavy Vehicle Mechanic
A Heavy Vehicle Mechanic carries out mechanical repairs and servicing on vehicles such as trucks and buses. You might identify problem issues and p...
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
A Heavy Diesel Mechanic carries out repairs and maintenance on diesel motors. You’ll specialise in heavy vehicles and will also work with transmiss...
Service Technician
Their role involves troubleshooting faults, performing routine inspections, and ensuring that equipment operates efficiently and safely.
Ser...
Maintenance Fitter
A Maintenance Fitter creates metal parts used to maintain machines and equipment. You might determine needs and specifications and assemble and fit...
Mechanical Fitter
Mechanical Fitters work with metal pieces to create products and machines. The role requires assessing the suitability of materials for different p...
Plant Mechanic
A Plant Mechanic conducts repairs and maintenance on heavy machinery such as agricultural or industrial equipment. You’ll perform routine servicing...
About SuniTAFE
Established in 1980, SuniTAFE was the brainchild of a number of local educators, who recognised that access to post-secondary education was integral to the needs of the growing Sunraysia community and regional industry.
