About Down Under Training & Consulting
Down Under Training & Consulting (DUT) is a Queensland-based Registered Training Organisation dedicated to the mining and construction sectors. Since our establishment in 1998, we have committed to providing personalized training that treats each student as an individual, not just a number.
Key Services We Provide:
- Specialisation in Mining and Construction: We have steadfastly focused on our core sectors, resisting the temptation to diversify purely for increased revenue. This commitment sets us apart from competitors and underscores our dedication to these industries.
- Quality Assurance and Industry Recognition: Our robust quality assurance system ensures that all operations are professional and effective. The quality of our training is reflected in the repeated business from numerous employers, attesting to our high standards.
Recognising Prior Learning and Experience:
We value prior learning and industry experience, enabling us to customise courses that maximise relevance and ensure every participant receives a recognised industry qualification. Further to this, our trainers and assessors are not only fully qualified but are also seasoned professionals with extensive industry experience.
Our Operating Paradigm:
Down Under Training is not just an RTO; we are a pivotal part of the industry in Queensland. Our training complies with the Resources and Infrastructure Training Package, meeting the standards required by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Regular reviews and validations of our training and assessment materials ensure we meet high standards, focusing on outcome-based training that leads to measurable workplace improvements.
Engagement and Continuous Improvement:
Through industry liaison, we maintain relevance and set standards for training delivery excellence. This engagement serves as a credible reference for industry stakeholders to discuss current and future training needs.
Down Under Training’s Approved Third Party Providers
Down Under Training NVR R.T.O. 30820 has third-party arrangements with the following organisations:
PAGAN Firearms, Townsville
To deliver training and assessment in the following:
- 11029NAT Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland)
SCT Management Pty Ltd
To deliver training and assessment at various sites on our behalf for the following courses:
- RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations
- RIIHAN201E Operate a forklift
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevated work platform
- RIIMPO301E Conduct hydraulic excavator operations
- RIIHAN311F Integrated Tool Carrier
- RIISAM212E Service Mine Plant and Equipment
- RIIMPO312E Conduct scraper operations
- RIIMPO308F Conduct tracked dozer operations
- RIIMPO206D Conduct bulk water truck operations
- RIIMPO310F Conduct grader operations
- RIIVEH201E Operate light vehicle
- RIIVEH302E Operate Multi-Combination Vehicle
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
- RIIMPO337E Conduct articulated haul truck operations
- RIIMPO338E Conduct rigid haul truck operations
- RIIWMGD201D Conduct dewatering activities in surface operations
- RIIVEH303F Operate heavy combination vehicle
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
- MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
Hear From Our Trainees
Success Stories and Testimonials
Our trainees are the heart of our operations. Discover how our training programs have helped individuals and teams achieve their professional goals through our success stories and testimonials.
