This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.
Overview
This qualification reflects the jobs of people who support production processes in timber and wood product production facilities. It is suitable for learners involved inschool-based VET traineeships and other VET in school programs focused on the production of timber and wood products.
Individuals with this qualification apply skills and knowledge to work in operational support roles inthe production of timber and wood products. They have a basic understanding of the employee responsibilities in the timber and wood products sector. They also possess the skills to work safely, contribute to teamwork in a production environment, operate basic equipment and grade, sort and stack timber or wood products.
At this level, workers complete work tasks under close supervision involving known routines and procedures.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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You may need to pay for equipment or materials.
To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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Duration
You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.
- Through traineeship:
1 year - Qualification only:
6 months – 1 year
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
Course content
This course is made up of units.
All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.
For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.
| Unit | Unit type |
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| Communicate and interact effectively in the forest and wood products industry | Core |
| Develop knowledge of the forest and wood products industry | Core |
| Follow quality and product care procedures in forest and wood products operations | Core |
| Follow workplace health and safety policies and procedures in forest and wood products operations | Core |
| Appearance grade hardwood sawn and milled products | Elective |
| Apply chemicals under supervision | Elective |
| Apply effective work practices | Elective |
| Build and maintain timber stacks | Elective |
| Conduct front-end loader operations | Elective |
| Conduct housekeeping activities | Elective |
| Cross cut materials with a fixed saw | Elective |
| Cut material to length and angles | Elective |
| Cut material to shape using a saw | Elective |
| Cut materials with a hand-held chainsaw | Elective |
| Cut timber or engineered wood product to length or dimensions | Elective |
| Cut wood material with pole saw for unblocking machinery components | Elective |
| De-stack timber drying racks | Elective |
| Follow basic chemical safety rules | Elective |
| Follow environmental protection procedures in forest and wood products operations | Elective |
| Hand sharpen knives and blades for commercial and domestic cutting services | Elective |
| Licence to operate a forklift truck | Elective |
| Load and unload goods/cargo | Elective |
| Machine material | Elective |
| Maintain chainsaws | Elective |
| Make measurements and calculations | Elective |
| Move materials mechanically using automated equipment | Elective |
| Navigate in remote or trackless areas | Elective |
| Operate a forklift | Elective |
| Operate and maintain a table saw | Elective |
| Operate and maintain a thicknesser | Elective |
| Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads | Elective |
| Operate in isolated and remote situations | Elective |
| Operate specialised load shifting equipment | Elective |
| Operate timber finger jointing line | Elective |
| Organise and communicate information | Elective |
| Pack timber or wood products for despatch | Elective |
| Perform brazing and/or silver soldering | Elective |
| Perform tasks to support production | Elective |
| Process orders and prepare for despatch | Elective |
| Provide First Aid | Elective |
| Rack timber or round poles | Elective |
| Replace tungsten tips | Elective |
| Sharpen cutters using a straight knife grinder | Elective |
| Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | Elective |
| Sort timber boards manually | Elective |
| Stack and bind material | Elective |
| Store materials | Elective |
| Tail out timber product and waste material | Elective |
| Tally material | Elective |
| Undertake manual handling | Elective |
| Use hand-held tools | Elective |
| Visually stress grade cypress | Elective |
| Visually stress grade hardwood | Elective |
| Visually stress grade softwood | Elective |
| Work effectively in the forest and wood products industry | Elective |
| Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate II in Timber and Wood Products Operations sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Sawmilling Operator
ANZSCO 711313
Sawmilling Operators set up and operate machines to cut logs into planks of standard sizes.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Sawmill and Timber Yard Worker
ANZSCO 839412
Sawmill or Timber Yard Workers perform routine tasks in sawmill or timber yards, such as sorting and stacking timber, assisting timber machinists, assembling orders, and racking offcuts.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Wood and Wood Products Factory Worker
ANZSCO 839413
Wood and Wood Products Factory Workers perform routine tasks in wood processing and timber product factories, such as placing logs on equipment and conveyors, assisting with measuring and cutting of materials, and setting up and operating plant equipment.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education
Training providers delivering Certificate II in Timber and Wood Products Operations
It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.
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NTHA Training (RTO code 5343)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
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Timber Training Creswick Ltd (RTO code 4168)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
How to enrol in this course
To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.
When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.
The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.