Prepare for the Surface Mine Manager Role
RII60220
Advanced Diploma of Extractive Industries Management
Lead with clarity across quarrying and extractive operations.
Whether you’re managing multiple sites or preparing for greater responsibility, this Advanced Diploma gives you the tools to lead safely, efficiently, and in full compliance. Designed for extractive industry professionals, the program develops the strategic, regulatory, and leadership skills needed to move into senior roles — with structured support every step of the way.
Respected by Industry
Our facilitators are trusted leaders in the extractive industries, with real experience managing quarry sites and meeting operational, safety, and compliance expectations. They understand what effective site leadership looks like in practice — not just on paper.
Current and Connected
We stay actively involved in the industry. From hard rock to sand and gravel operations, our trainers bring current insights from working quarry sites into every session — keeping your learning relevant and grounded in real conditions.We don’t just teach from a textbook. Our team remains actively involved in mine operations—bringing current insights from surface coal, hard rock, and quarry sites straight into the training room.
Proven Track Record
Over 5,000 industry professionals have chosen MINRES to help them move into senior operational roles. Our training supports pathways into leadership positions such as Quarry Manager, Site Supervisor, and Statutory Appointee roles across the extractive sector.
Compliance without Compromise
Our programs are built to meet the legislative and regulatory requirements of each state and territory — including obligations under the Mining and Quarrying Safety and Health Act. We focus on practical application, not just theory, so you’re leading with confidence and accountability.
50 hours
Continuing Professional Development
Earn over 50 hours of CPD while building the strategic and regulatory skills needed to lead extractive operations with confidence. This program is designed for professionals in the extractive industries ready to take the next step in leadership. With a focus on real-site responsibilities, compliance, and operational planning, you’ll gain practical tools you can apply immediately — all while earning formally recognised Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.
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Target Audience
This qualification reflects the role of individuals, such as quarry managers, working in quarries or other extractive industry operations who perform tasks that are broad, specialised, complex and technical, and include strategic areas and initiating activities. They are responsible for the establishment of the site management systems, plans and policies, and are required to demonstrate self-directed application of theoretical and technical knowledge, and initiate solutions to technical problems or management requirements.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations – Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.
Duration & Delivery
The program is delivered through seven face-to-face workshops, held fortnightly at our Brisbane City Clubhouse. Participants will complete over 50 hours of accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD), with each session designed for practical learning, peer discussion, and direct support from industry-experienced trainers.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 14: 3 core units plus, 11 elective units, of which:
- at least 5 must be from Group A
- no more than 5 may be from Group B
- no more than two 2 may be from elsewhere in this or any other currently endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
The elective bank contains both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the resources and infrastructure industry. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements.
RII60720
Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management
Prepare for your Surface Mine Manager Certificate of Competency.
At MINRES, we deliver more than just training — we help experienced professionals step into statutory leadership roles with confidence. This nationally recognised qualification is structured to support your application for the Surface Mine Manager (SMM) role, combining compliance, operational strategy, and site-level leadership in a format built around real-world demands.
Respected by Industry
Our trainers are recognised professionals with direct experience in roles such as Surface Mine Manager and Site Senior Executive. They understand what statutory responsibility looks like — and what it takes to lead safely, legally, and effectively at that level.
Current and Connected
We don’t just teach from a textbook. Our team stays actively engaged in operational mining, bringing current insights from surface coal, hard rock, and quarry sites — all aligned to the practical expectations of the SMM certificate pathway.
Proven Track Record
Over 5,000 mining professionals have chosen MINRES to support their journey into leadership. Many have gone on to become SSEs and Surface Mine Managers, backed by the knowledge, evidence, and confidence developed in our programs.
Compliance without Compromise
Our training is built around the statutory and legislative frameworks that govern mining operations — tailored by state, and always mapped to real-site responsibilities. If you’re preparing for an SMM assessment, we ensure you’re ready.
RII60720
Surface Mine Manager Certificate of Competency
Built for those pursuing the Surface Mine Manager role.
This Advanced Diploma supports experienced professionals preparing for the Surface Mine Manager Certificate of Competency. It’s structured to build the high-level skills, statutory understanding, and operational oversight required by industry regulators and senior site leadership. Whether you’re managing risk, leading people, or navigating compliance at scale, this program helps you bridge the gap between experience and formal recognition — with practical learning that holds up under scrutiny.
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Target Audience
This qualification reflects the role of individuals, including mine managers or mining engineering managers, who perform complex, non-routine tasks involving strategic and planning activities for open cut coal mines. They are responsible for establishing and maintaining operational systems and plans, including safety and health, environmental and management systems, providing leadership and mentoring to others, and understanding and managing legislative and operational requirements for mine sites.
Licensing/Regulatory Information – No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Duration & Delivery
This program is delivered through seven face-to-face workshops, held fortnightly at our Brisbane City Clubhouse. Participants will complete over 50 hours of accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours. Each session is built around practical learning, structured discussion, and personalised support from industry-experienced trainers — all designed to fit around real-world responsibilities.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 13: 8 core units plus, 5 elective units of which:
- at least three (3) must be chosen from Group A
- no more than two (2) may be chosen from Group B
- no more than two (2) units may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
There are no prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported as an elective care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.