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Certifications & Tickets

Essential tickets and certifications for mining jobs. What you need, where to get them, and how much they cost.

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WA vs Queensland coal

These are different tickets. Do not list a “Standard Mining Induction (WA)”. White Card (CPCCWHS1001) is a construction induction — it does not by itself grant mine-site access, and it is not required on every mining site in Australia. Standard 11 is Queensland coal only and does not transfer to the Pilbara.

State Ticket What it is Approx. Cost
Perth / WA White Card (CPCCWHS1001) Construction induction. Does not replace an employer / site induction (BHP, Rio, FMG). $80 - $150
Queensland coal Standard 11 (S11) QLD coal / surface mine induction. Not valid as a WA site induction. Keep S11 as a keyword only if the ad is QLD coal. $400 - $600

Other tickets recruiters search

Certification Purpose Approx. Cost Priority
Working at Heights Safe work at elevated positions $200 - $350 Recommended
Confined Space Entry Safe entry into confined spaces $250 - $400 Recommended
Manual Handling Safe lifting and handling $100 - $200 Recommended
First Aid (HLTAID011) Emergency first aid response $120 - $200 Essential
4WD Training Light vehicle operation on site $300 - $500 Recommended

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