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Published 4 May 2023

Excavator Ticket Courses in Sydney

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Are you looking to get an excavator ticket in order to advance your career in Sydney’s booming Building & Construction industry? In order to become an excavator operator, you’ll need to take an excavator course and obtain the relevant ticket or license needed.

Excavators are used on civil construction, landfill and building sites, a certificate of competency being required to operate them. Employment prospects in the construction industry are strong, with there being projected to be more than 1,300,000 jobs by 2023.

This means that obtaining the right tickets and licenses for the use of excavators, as well as other earthmoving equipment like dozers, bobcats, skid steer loaders, front end loaders, backhoes, haul trucks and forklifts, will set you up for a successful career in the construction, building or mining industries.

What are excavator training courses, and why should I get one?


Excavator training courses provide practical and theoretical knowledge on operating excavators. While it is not a legal obligation to obtain excavator training, doing so will allow you to work with greater confidence and contribute to a safer working environment. By taking an excavator training course, you will learn machine operator maintenance, operation and the correct use of control measures.

What excavator training courses are available in Sydney, NSW?


There are a number of courses for civil construction excavator operations available in Sydney, through registered training organisations (RTOs). The industry standard for excavator courses is the Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations RIIMPO320F course, which is recognised nationwide.

The successful completion of a course from an RTO is needed to become a fully licensed excavator operator, equipped with the knowledge to work on high risk work sites. Explore our list below to find a suitable course for you!


Edway Training



Edway Training
  • Course Overview: Learn how to operate heavy machinery, including excavators of any tonnage, within the construction industry.
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Course Fee: $800

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Aus Loadshifting



Aus Loadshifting
  • Course Overview: Specialising in civil construction excavator operations, these courses can be conducted onsite at any location in Sydney (upon discussion).
  • Course Duration: 2 days on average, but can vary from person to person.
  • Course Fee: Enquire for pricing

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Accredited Earthmoving Training


First Aid Training CBD
  • Course Overview: This course trains participants according to OH&S competency standards for the use of loadshifting equipment. Offers one-on-one training for a superior level of attention and guidance.
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Course Fee: Enquire for pricing
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Civil Trans Training



Edway Training
  • Course Overview: Offering beginners and advanced training courses, Civil Trans Training makes it possible to work in a variety of difference industries.
  • Course Duration: 1-2 days
  • Course Fee: $495 for beginners and $395 for experienced operators

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WH&S More Skills



Aus Loadshifting
  • Course Overview: This comprehensive 3-day course is capped at a small class size, and is geared towards those in operational roles.
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Course Fee: $1100

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By obtaining an excavator ticket, you will find yourself being highly sought-after in the industry. While tickets are no longer mandatory for operating an excavator, being able to demonstrate your skills will make you highly employable in an already competitive industry.

Not to mention, you’ll likely be hired by sites who abide by high standards, and are therefore more likely to pay better, provide better conditions, and hire people for longer time frames. This means that in order to score the best jobs on offer, it’s well worth adding as many certifications and qualifications to your repertoire as you can.

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Kristen Michaelides
Kristen Michaelides

Kristen is a writer specialising in education and the future of work. She is passionate about bringing industry trends and insights to light to help students and professionals take that next step in their career.

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