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 role of an individual such as a roustabout, lease hand, utility operator, floorman or motorman working in drilling oil and gas (onshore) or well servicing operations. They are required to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.
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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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| Carry out rig lease operations | Core |
| Communicate in the workplace | Core |
| Conduct local risk control | Core |
| Contribute to the control of emergencies and critical situations | Core |
| Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | Core |
| Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | Core |
| Assist and monitor well control operations | Elective |
| Carry out equipment and basic rig maintenance procedures | Elective |
| Carry out operational maintenance | Elective |
| Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier | Elective |
| Conduct telescopic materials handler operations | Elective |
| Conduct wheel loader operations | Elective |
| Enter and work in confined spaces | Elective |
| Gas test atmospheres | Elective |
| Isolate and access plant | Elective |
| Licence to perform dogging | Elective |
| Licence to perform rigging basic level | Elective |
| Load, secure and unload drilling equipment and materials | Elective |
| Operate a light vehicle | Elective |
| Operate a vehicle loading crane | Elective |
| Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle | Elective |
| Perform basic rigging | Elective |
| Perform dogging | Elective |
| Perform rig floor operations | Elective |
| Prepare equipment for well servicing air operations | Elective |
| Prepare, run and cement casing | Elective |
| Provide First Aid | Elective |
| Respond to site based spills | Elective |
| Support blow out prevention operations | Elective |
| Use inclusive work practices | Elective |
| Work in accordance with an issued permit | Elective |
| Work safely at heights | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate II in Oil & Gas Drilling (Onshore) and Well Servicing sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Driller
ANZSCO 712211
Drillers assemble, position and operate drilling rigs and related equipment, to extract ore, liquids or gases from the earth.
Recommended education level:
Certificate II or III -
Driller's Assistant
ANZSCO 821912
Drillers' Assistants perform routine tasks in setting up, operating and dismantling drilling sites for extraction of oil, gas, mineral ore or water.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Mining Support Worker
ANZSCO 821914
Mining Support Workers perform routine tasks in mining and mineral ore treating operations, such as assembling, operating and dismantling mining equipment, taking ore, rock and dust samples, and mixing ore treating chemicals and catalysts.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education -
Baking Factory Worker
ANZSCO 831111
Baking Factory Workers operate machines and perform routine tasks to make bread, cakes and other baked products, and to slice and wrap products.
Recommended education level:
Certificate I or secondary education
Training providers delivering Certificate II in Oil & Gas Drilling (Onshore) and Well Servicing
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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Australasian Drilling Institute Pty Ltd (RTO code 31440)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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Harness Energy Services Pty Ltd (RTO code 40521)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
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Servitium Group Pty Ltd (RTO code 41356)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
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Academy of Career Training (RTO code 30657)
Contact this provider
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Competency and Compliance Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO code 41060)
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TECTRA AUSTRALIA PTY LTD (RTO code 40889)
Contact this provider
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Ventia Training Pty Ltd (RTO code 31843)
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.