With so many rail and transport infrastructure projects happening across WA, this qualification is a great way to get job ready!
Through this training, you'll be able to specialise in either track work, structures, track surfacing, or tram and light rail infrastructure. The course covers using hand tools, safe manual handling, communicating with your work team, following WHS procedures, managing fatigue, environmental procedures for rail infrastructure, technical skills related to railway maintenance work, and much more.
Choose a WA TAFE college that delivers this course
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Are you unsure how to get your rail career On-Track?
This course will provide you with skills to engage in the basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment. It involves undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
You'll focus on track work and learn onsite in our METRONET Trades Training Centre - a simulated rail yard located on the Midland Campus.
On successful completion you could pursue employment as a track worker, installer or maintainer.
Choose a private training provider that delivers this course
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
This is a general qualification for a person engaged in basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment. It involves undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
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Nationally recognised training in track and rail infrastructure work, this qualification gives you the skills and knowledge to carry out rail infrastructure activities safely and effectively.
Delivery location
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.