Menu Menu

Engineering and Mining

Want to start or progress your career in one of Western Australia’s biggest industries?

Engineering and mining courses at Central Regional TAFE can help you get the skills and knowledge you need to excel in the workplace and access more employment possibilities. Many careers in this field offer exciting opportunities to work in different environments, collaborate with others and progress your career into more senior roles.


Plan Your Pathway

Whatever your goals are, we are here to support you along your journey to success. Whether you are just starting out working towards a career in engineering and mining or are looking to develop your skills and progress your career, we have the training to get you where you want to go. 

We offer a broad selection of nationally recognised qualifications up to Diploma across several different areas in the Engineering and Mining industry.

Did you know?

Our trade workshops and classrooms feature industry-standard equipment, and our team works closely with industry to ensure that training is current and relevant. 


Reasons to study in this industry

  • This industry provides all the vital infrastructure we depend on.
  • Jobs in engineering and mining are highly valued, well paid and plentiful.
  • The industry is broad and flexible, and there are many dynamic career pathways

MySkills, Succeed Publication

Hear from our lecturers!

Engineering

Like figuring out how things work? Engineering might be your calling. Our courses equip you with the skills to build, design and maintain machines, engines and structures. Whether you're into air conditioning, fitting, machining or sheet metal – we've got the tools to kickstart your career.

Engineering Courses

Fabrication

Shape metal into masterpieces! Our Fabrication courses teach you welding, assembly and maintenance across a wide range of machinery and structures. Whether you’re building for agriculture, mining or transport – this trade gives you solid skills with heavy-duty rewards.

Fabrication Courses

Mining

Want to dig into one of WA’s biggest industries? Our Mining courses are your ticket to a dynamic career in operations, safety and leadership on-site. With practical training and access to real-world equipment, you’ll be job-ready in no time – and there’s always room to grow.

Mining Courses

Favourites
    Displaying 11-18 of 18 courses

    Free

    Mining Entry Preparation Skill Set

    State ID KAE33

    Start a career in the growing mining industry.

    This course reflects the site training required for Workplace Health and Safety in high-risk environments, making it highly regarded by the industry, especially for those with minimal experience in mining.
    Campuses
    • Geraldton

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Free

    Operate and Maintain a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle Skill Set

    State ID KAA10
    This 2-day Skill Set course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain a four-wheel drive vehicle in the resources and infrastructure industry.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Operate and Maintain Chainsaw Skill Set - Goldfields

    State ID KAE31

    Practical Chainsaw Training for Beginners

    This Skill Set covers the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand‑held chainsaw and pole saw and maintain them in proper working condition.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Free

    Operate and Maintain Chainsaw Skill Set - Wheatbelt

    State ID KAE60

    2 Day Practical Chainsaw Training for Rangers and Beginners

    This Skill Set covers the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand‑held chainsaw and pole saw and maintain them in proper working condition.
    Campuses
    • Moora
    • Muresk
    • Merredin
    • Northam

    Study Modes
    • Online and on campus

    Preparation Course for DMIRS Law Exam

    State ID G0050P
    This course is recommended for workers being appointed to a Mines Statutory Position including a site senior executive, exploration manager or Schedule 26 position.
    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Half-price

    Certificate III in Resource Processing

    National ID RII30420 | State ID BGP5
    Prepare for a career with prospects - get the skills you need to work in processing facilities in the mining and resource industry.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • Workplace

    Half-price

    Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations

    National ID RII30120 | State ID BGQ3

    Turn your mine site experience into a qualification.

    Learn workplace safety, communication, planning, environmental concern, rehabilitation of mine sites and more in this varied course.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • Workplace

    Diploma of Surface Operations Management

    National ID RII50120 | State ID BGP2

    Advance Your Mining Career

    Gain advanced skills in planning, equipment selection, and safety management for open cut coal, metalliferous mines, or quarries. Ideal for current or aspiring mine managers seeking autonomy and leadership in technical and operational roles.
    Campuses
    • Kalgoorlie

    Study Modes
    • Workplace

    Take up a Short Course or Skill Set

    Not all jobs require a full qualification and you may just want to study for fun. Whether its to upskill or interested in a new hobby, our range of Short Courses and Skill Sets give you the skills and knowledge you need quickly.

    Learn more!

    Contact us

    RTO Code: 52789
    ABN: 29 4303 738 80

    Central Regional TAFE acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout the Midwest, Gascoyne, Wheatbelt, and Goldfields regions and their connections to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and future and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

    We support The Uluru Statement from the Heart and embrace its invitation to walk alongside Aboriginal peoples, united in a movement for a better future for all Australians.

    Where Central Regional TAFE uses the term ‘Aboriginal peoples’, it is inclusive of Aboriginal peoples, First Nations peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

    All contents © Government of Western Australia 2026 . All rights reserved.