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Engineering and Mining

Some of the biggest engineering, mining and construction companies in the world have offices in Western Australia and are constantly looking for highly qualified staff in this exciting, diverse and ever-evolving field. At North Metropolitan TAFE, students learn the latest developments in research and industry from expert lecturers, in purpose-built, contemporary facilities.

North Metropolitan TAFE is a proud member of The Chamber of Minerals and Energy of Western Australia (CME).

  


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METRONET and Civil Infrastructure

In addition to the Public Transport Authority’s METRONET project, there are many large organisations constantly looking for the right people to join their ranks. This not only means a variety of roles available but also a certain level of job security – the rail industry isn’t going anywhere.

See our page for more information about METRONET and Civil Infrastructure at North Metropolitan TAFE

A career for life

Get into one of the world's most exciting industries

If you're looking for fantastic employment and career opportunities, Western Australia's resources sector is where you need to be. The sector supports a diverse range of activity including the production of iron ore, natural gas, gold, alumina, nickel and lithium. 

As the sector continues to grow, there will be a high demand for semi-skilled and trade workers, as well as professional, technical and maintenance support workers. This online tool provides information on current and future training and employment opportunities in the resources sector, and advice on how they can be accessed. 

Explore the possibilities

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    Half-price

    Certificate III in Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Fitting/machining)

    National ID MEM30219 | State ID AD57

    A trades career making and fixing all things mechanical

    This apprenticeship course will prepare you to make machines, parts, and tools; and work with pumps and hydraulics.

    Campuses
    • Midland

    Study Modes
    • Apprenticeship

    Half-price

    Certificate III in Engineering - Technical

    National ID MEM30522 | State ID BIV7

    Pursue a career in a wide range of engineering fields

    Gain the practical skills and knowledge, including  workshop and measurement skills, to allow you to produce drawings for manufacture.

    Campuses
    • East Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Free

    Diploma of Engineering - Technical (Drafting)

    National ID MEM50222 | State ID AE07

    Pursue a career in a wide range of engineering fields by completing this qualification

    Gain practical skills and knowledge in electrical machinery, mechanical principles and mechanical equipment to produce drawings for design specifications.

    Campuses
    • East Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Half-price

    Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Engineering (General) Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52913WA | State ID AE29

    Give yourself a head start in gaining a light fabrication (sheet metal) apprenticeship

    Campuses
    • Midland

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Half-price

    Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Fabrication Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52913WA | State ID AE25

    Give yourself a head start in gaining a heavy fabrication apprenticeship

    Campuses
    • Midland
    • Clarkson

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Half-price

    Certificate II in Engineering Foundations (Mechanical Pre-apprenticeship)

    National ID 52913WA | State ID AE28

    Are you looking for a career making and fixing all things mechanical?

    Campuses
    • Midland

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Fire Assaying Skill Set

    State ID EAE07

    Fire assaying is part of a high job growth sector related specifically to the mining industry

    Accurately extract a range of precious metals from their host materials, following standard procedures and preparing them for precise laboratory analysis

    Campuses
    • East Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Gas authorisation (category 2)


    Learn to service and maintain Type B gas appliances

    This course will give you the skills you need to gain Gas Authorisation (Category 2) from Energy Safety WA.

    Campuses
    • Midland

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Gasfitter supervised


    Get qualified to carry out gas fitting under supervision

    On successful completion of this two day course you will be able to carry out gas fitting work under the supervision of a Supervising Gasfitter.

    Campuses
    • Midland

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Grid Connect Photovoltaic Design & Installation - Solar Accreditation Australia Requirements Skill Set

    State ID EAF31

    Give your business and your customers an edge

    You can help your customers use more environmentally friendly power solutions by gaining the skills to design and install photovoltaic (PV) systems

    Campuses
    • East Perth

    Study Modes
    • On campus