Certificate I in Local Government (Operational Works)
The Certificate I in Local Government (Operational Works) prepares a person to work in Local Government to perform a defined range of activities most of which may be routine and predictable.
Subjects
8 units of competency are required for the award of this qualification: 5 core units 3 elective units Choose 3 elective units: 2 units from the Specialist Operational Works elective units listed below 1 unit from elsewhere within this Training Package,or from another endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course NOTE: For this qualification the elective unit may be drawn from an AQF level above the AQF level of this qualification. | |
Core Units | |
Access learning and career development opportunities | |
Follow defined OHS policies and procedures | |
Provide service to local government customers | |
Work effectively in local government | |
Work with others in local government | |
Specialist Operational Works Elective Units | |
Control traffic at a work site | |
Operate and maintain equipment | |
Pathways...
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | Participating in discussions with others, which may involve listening, questioning and paraphrasing to confirm understanding Responding to queries from others Sharing knowledge and information with others Using clear verbal and non-verbal communication Reading and interpreting a range of information relevant to job/role including plans, specifications, plant and equipment capabilities, manufacturer's recommendations Writing to suit audience needs including completing documentation and recording information about incidents Recording information clearly, accurately and legibly, in accordance council and legislative requirements Clarifying the needs and expectations of others Using clear signs and symbols to control traffic |
Teamwork | Ability to work cohesively within own work group and others Ability to develop effective work relationships Working effectively with different ages, races, genders, religions, political persuasions Identifying and liaising with relevant personnel Understanding the roles of team members and referring tasks to others where appropriate Work reflects an understanding of council's organisational structure and the relationships between roles within council |
Problem solving | Measuring and calculating material quantities Resolving work related problems Responding to contingencies Deciding appropriate action in emergencies Responding to difficult customer situations using constructive problem solving techniques Recognising potential conflicts and resolving them |
Initiative and enterprise | Identifying the need to refer tasks which fall outside scope of job/role to others Identifying own career pathways Being proactive Identifying opportunities not obvious to others Considering the effect of incidents to others before determining course of action Monitoring traffic volume and controlling traffic to suit changing conditions |
Planning and organising | Planning daily work routines and own work tasks Planning and preparing equipment, materials, resources, sites and surfaces Planning for traffic control Gathering and analysing information Setting time lines and managing own time Participating in priority and goal setting Participating in continuous improvement processes Identifying and using correct personal protective equipment according to job/role requirements and workplace procedures |
Self management | Conducting a self assessment of own competencies against required job competencies Monitoring own work and adjusting accordingly to meet agreed standards and expectations Managing own work area Identifying the need for additional support to enhance own performance Seeking feedback on own performance Taking responsibility |
Learning | Attending relevant on and off the job training sessions Taking responsibility for own learning Identifying and undertaking self-directed learning opportunities which may include developing and maintaining familiarity with policies and procedures on an ongoing basis |
Technology | Materials technology Using technology relevant to the job/role such as environmental protector devices Adapting to the use of new technology as appropriate |