Planning to become a Surface Mine Manager
Step into your next leadership role with the advanced skills, operational insight, and professional authority demanded across Queensland’s coal mining sector. This Advanced Diploma is purpose-built for professionals ready to lead site operations, manage risk, and fulfil the statutory requirements of a Surface Mine Manager (SMM).
More than a qualification, it’s a direct pathway to one of the industry’s most critical roles. Whether you’re formalising extensive frontline experience or preparing to step into statutory management, this nationally recognised program equips you to lead with precision, compliance, and clarity.
Led by Certificate of Competency Holders
Our facilitators hold current Certificates of Competency for statutory roles such as Surface Mine Manager and Site Senior Executive (SSE). They bring firsthand experience and insight into what it takes to meet the expectations of the Board of Examiners — and lead safely, effectively, and within the law.
Insights That Bridge Theory and Practice
While the work at this level is documentation- and planning-intensive, it’s shaped by the realities of surface coal operations. From legislative compliance to critical control management and principal hazard planning, the focus is on applying knowledge that actually drives safety, performance, and statutory outcomes — not just ticking theory boxes.
Built on Standards, Not Shortcuts
Mining professionals choose MINRES because we don’t take the easy route — and neither do they. Our programs are designed to uphold the integrity of statutory training, with real assessment and real outcomes. Many of our graduates now hold senior positions, including Surface Mine Manager and Site Senior Executive — not because it was fast, but because it was earned.
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This qualification is structured to help you meet the knowledge and capability standards required by the Board of Examiners. The program addresses key statutory responsibilities, critical control management, and the decision-making expected of a Surface Mine Manager — with formal assessments that align to real-world regulatory expectations.
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Step up to a Statutory Leadership Role
Build the capability, confidence, and compliance awareness required to hold the Surface Mine Manager role. This advanced diploma is more than a qualification — it’s a practical preparation pathway for the Surface Mine Manager Certificate of Competency. Led by CoC holders, the program focuses on the real decisions, documentation, and responsibilities expected at this level of leadership. Log the hours spent in your Practicing Certificate Scheme Record
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Target Audience
This program is for experienced professionals in surface coal operations who are preparing to step into the statutory position of Surface Mine Manager (SMM). It’s designed for those seeking a recognised qualification to meet Queensland’s regulatory requirements and demonstrate advanced leadership capability.
Duration & Delivery
The program is delivered over six face-to-face workshops, held fortnightly at our Brisbane City Clubhouse. Participants complete over 50 hours of accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with focused, practical sessions led by statutory-qualified industry professionals.
Packaging Rules
This qualification meets the full packaging rules for the Advanced Diploma and aligns with the specific units of competency recognised by the Board of Examiners. The training plan was developed in consultation with Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) to meet the statutory competency requirements for the Surface Mine Manager (SMM) role under the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act.
The course content also reflects the legislative changes introduced under the Resources Safety and Health Legislation Amendment Act 2024, preparing graduates to operate confidently within current regulatory expectations while upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance.
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