– No Hidden or Extra Fees
– Free Retesting & Training
– Flexible Payment Options
– Industry Expert Trainers – Melbournes Top Rated
– Flexible Start Times
– Weekend Classes
– Add on additional types of equipment
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Our Excavator Training Melbourne course includes both practical and theory training. The structure of our course and our small class sizes ensure that students receive maximum time operating the Excavator on our simulated worksite. We have some of the best and most experienced Excavator Training in the business and you will walk away from this course with confidence and the skills necessary to safely operate an excavator.
Nationally Recognised Unit of Competency – RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations
On successful completion of the course, participants will be issued a Plant Operator Card and the corresponding RII Statement of Attainment.
Available RII units of competency include;
• RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
If you’re running a business and have access to earth moving equipment we can deliver onsite training and assessment, saving you time and money. We can deliver training for any type of earth moving equipment, in all areas of Melbourne and county Victoria. Please contact us to discuss you companies requirements, or call (03) 9756 0244. Click here to view requirements for onsite training and assessment
Start Training are Melbourne’s highest rated Earth Moving Training Organisation and we strive to create a friendly and supportive training environment where students of all experiences and backgrounds can train comfortably and with confidence.
Our highly experienced trainers have a wealth of industry knowledge that ensures you get the best possible training course and our support staff are on hand to assist where needed including our dedicated Student Welfare Officer who can assist with one on one Language, Literature and Numeracy (LLN) training if required.
When completing your Earth Moving Training Melbourne course with Start Training you will have access to the following:
Our Earth Moving Training is conducted at our Earthworks Facility located at 7-9 Hayward Road, Ferntree Gully. During your training course you will have access to our simulated worksite and range of plant including Excavator, Skid Steer, Front End Loader, Backhoe and Roller. During your training you will be taught how to operated the relvant machine including including pre-start checks, maneuvering and many other exercises tailored to your ability.
We conduct all Earth Moving Training at our Earthworks facility located at 7-9 Hayward Road, Ferntree Gully Road, VIC 3156.
We have multiple types of plant available for training our students. During this course you will have access to excavators however you also have the option to add extra units such as backhoe, tractor, roller, skid steer and front end loader. We also have various accessories including augers, buckets including quick hitch and trailers to practice loading and unloading. We have a variety of machine brands including Wacker Neuson, JCB and John Deere ensuring that you get maximum exposure to various machines and equipment as possible.
There are a number of shops and takeaways within a short distance of our Ferntree Gully facility including bakeries located at the Mountain Gate shopping centre, Red Rooster, On It Burgers, McDonalds, Subway and KFC. If you are unsure about their locations one of our friendly staff can direct you. McDonalds is the closest food outlet just 1-2 minutes walk from our premise. We also offer free tea, coffee and biscuits for all our students.
Generally our classes begin at 8.00am each day Monday through to Saturday. Some of our classes begin slightly earlier at 7.30am, you will be informed of your class start time via a booking confirmation and a confirmation SMS sent to you a few days prior to your class.
Yes, we offer ample breaks throughout the day. An initial break is provided at 9.45am at which time a food van visits our Ferntree Gully location. Lunch and other shorter regular breaks are provided throughout the day.
We provide all safety equipment necessary for your course including hi-vis vest and hard-hats where applicable. All you need to bring is a sturdy pair of shoes (no thongs please) and adequate clothing. Please note that during winter months the temperatures can be low, please come with sufficient warm clothing on cold weather days.
Yes, once you have been booked in you will receive an e-mail with all relevant training materials.
Yes, we have a dedicated Student Welfare Officer that can assist you with your needs. We have successfully trained thousands of students including those with additional requirements. Give us a call on (03) 09756 0244 and ask to speak to one of our Training Consultants who will walk you through the options available.
Beginners Excavator Ticket
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$699*
was $840
Duration: 2-3 Days
Location: Ferntree Gully
Free Retests
Free Additional Training if Required
Free Digital Materials
Dedicated Student Support Officer
*Surcharge of $100 applies for weekend courses
*Limited time reduced pricing during COVID-19 outbreak
Experienced Excavator Ticket
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$449*
was $549
Duration: 1-2 Days
Location: Ferntree Gully
Free Retests
Free Additional Training if Required
Free Printed Materials
Dedicated Student Support Officer
*Surcharge of $100 applies for weekend courses
*Limited time reduced pricing during COVID-19 outbreak
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Follow the steps below to book your course online. If you have any problems with the online booking portal please give one of our Training Consultants a call on (03) 9756 0244.
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Follow the checkout prompts to pay for and confirm your spot
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Start Training are Melbourne’s Highest Rated Excavator Training Organisation and we are consistently rated highly for customer service, student support and trainer knowledge, but don’t take our word for it, check out some of our reviews below:
