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Infrastructure and Transport
Do you have a passion for the infrastructure and transport sector? Work on global projects, travel the world, and build a career in infrastructure and transport when you start with TAFE Queensland.
Infrastructure and transport study areas
Resources and Mining
A career in the resources and mining sector lets you travel and work on projects on a massive scale. Work across a variety of areas including power generation, process plants, and gas supply.
What will I be able to do?
- Chemical plant technician
- Gas supply operator
- Hydrocarbons plant technician
- LPG plant technician
- Oil refinery plant technician
- Process plant operations manager
- Process plant project coordinator
- Process plant technician
- Plant technician
Water Operations
With over 40 years' experience in water training, TAFE Queensland delivers training solutions tailored for the needs of the water industry. Our state-of-the-art labs provide our students with current training in laboratory techniques including sampling, testing and treatment.
What will I be able to do?
- Drinking water plant operator
- Hydrographer
- Irrigation field operator
- Surface water operator
- Trade waster operator
- Water industry irrigation supervisor
- Water networks supervisor
- Water source supervisor
- Wastewater treatment plant coordinator
Aviation
If a career in the skies is more your style then our aviation courses will help you get there. Opportunities exist for qualified aeroplane and helicopter pilots in a number of settings including aerial photography, adventure tourism, agriculture, emergency services, journalism, and transport.
What will I be able to do?
- Aircraft maintenance engineer
- Aviation manager
- Cabin crew staff
- Commercial aeroplane pilot
- Commercial helicopter pilot
- Pilot in command
- Remote pilot
Maritime
TAFE Queensland's range of maritime courses will set you up for a career on the high seas. We offer a range of courses in marine craft construction, maritime operations, and marine mechanical technology as well as skill sets in marine radio operation, shipboard safety, and emergency care.
What will I be able to do?
- Boat repairer
- Chief engineer
- Deckhand
- Engineer watchkeeper
- Marina hand
- Marine cook
- Marine engine driver
- Marine mechanic
- Ship's mate/master
Rail
Learn how to safely install, maintain, and inspect overhead poles, structures, conductors, cables, and rail traction wiring systems. Or you can get a range of licences for boom-type and dogging equipment. Our courses cover a range of specialisations.
What will I be able to do?
- Electrical distribution trades worker
- Electrical powerline worker
- Electrical rail lines worker
- Overhead powerline transmission worker
- Rail traction powerline worker
Transport and logistics
The transport and logistics industry cover a wide range of career opportunities. Learn how to manage a supply chain, transport cargo and passengers, or manage a warehouse.
What will I be able to do?
- Bus driver
- Freight handler
- Logistics manager
- Pallet maker
- Tip truck driver
- Warehouse supervisor
Resources and Mining
A career in the resources and mining sector lets you travel and work on projects on a massive scale. Work across a variety of areas including power generation, process plants, and gas supply.
What will I be able to do?
- Chemical plant technician
- Gas supply operator
- Hydrocarbons plant technician
- LPG plant technician
- Oil refinery plant technician
- Process plant operations manager
- Process plant project coordinator
- Process plant technician
- Plant technician
Water Operations
With over 40 years' experience in water training, TAFE Queensland delivers training solutions tailored for the needs of the water industry. Our state-of-the-art labs provide our students with current training in laboratory techniques including sampling, testing and treatment.
What will I be able to do?
- Drinking water plant operator
- Hydrographer
- Irrigation field operator
- Surface water operator
- Trade waster operator
- Water industry irrigation supervisor
- Water networks supervisor
- Water source supervisor
- Wastewater treatment plant coordinator
Aviation
If a career in the skies is more your style then our aviation courses will help you get there. Opportunities exist for qualified aeroplane and helicopter pilots in a number of settings including aerial photography, adventure tourism, agriculture, emergency services, journalism, and transport.
What will I be able to do?
- Aircraft maintenance engineer
- Aviation manager
- Cabin crew staff
- Commercial aeroplane pilot
- Commercial helicopter pilot
- Pilot in command
- Remote pilot
Maritime
TAFE Queensland's range of maritime courses will set you up for a career on the high seas. We offer a range of courses in marine craft construction, maritime operations, and marine mechanical technology as well as skill sets in marine radio operation, shipboard safety, and emergency care.
What will I be able to do?
- Boat repairer
- Chief engineer
- Deckhand
- Engineer watchkeeper
- Marina hand
- Marine cook
- Marine engine driver
- Marine mechanic
- Ship's mate/master
Rail
Learn how to safely install, maintain, and inspect overhead poles, structures, conductors, cables, and rail traction wiring systems. Or you can get a range of licences for boom-type and dogging equipment. Our courses cover a range of specialisations.
What will I be able to do?
- Electrical distribution trades worker
- Electrical powerline worker
- Electrical rail lines worker
- Overhead powerline transmission worker
- Rail traction powerline worker
Transport and logistics
The transport and logistics industry cover a wide range of career opportunities. Learn how to manage a supply chain, transport cargo and passengers, or manage a warehouse.
What will I be able to do?
- Bus driver
- Freight handler
- Logistics manager
- Pallet maker
- Tip truck driver
- Warehouse supervisor
About infrastructure and transport
Infrastructure and transport are booming across the state, country and globe, opening the door for the next generation to create exciting careers in the industry.
TAFE Queensland provides courses across a variety of areas including resources and mining, water operations, aviation, maritime, and transport and logistics. Whether you're an experienced practitioner looking to improve a specific skillset or understanding, or you’ve got a passion to work in infrastructure and transport, TAFE Queensland has what you're looking for.
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As TAFE Queensland marks a momentous milestone this year, 140 years of vocational education and training, we're excited to invite the Class of 2022 to a special graduation ceremony.
As TAFE Queensland marks a momentous milestone this year, 140 years of vocational education and training, we're excited to invite the Class of 2022 to a special graduation ceremony.
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As TAFE Queensland marks a momentous milestone this year, 140 years of vocational education and training, we're excited to invite the Class of 2022 to a special graduation ceremony.
As TAFE Queensland marks a momentous milestone this year, 140 years of vocational education and training, we're excited to invite the Class of 2022 to a special graduation ceremony.
As TAFE Queensland marks a momentous milestone this year, 140 years of vocational education and training, we're excited to invite the Class of 2022 to a special graduation ceremony.
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