Unit Code + Name
CPCCLRG4001 – Licence to Perform Rigging Advanced Level
Licence Class
RA
Job Outcome
Advanced Rigger
Expected Salary
$95,000 - $115,000 pa or $40-$50 per hour*
Small class sizes • CSQ funding available • Monthly Intakes • Stapylton yard midway Brisbane ↔ Gold Coast
CPCCLRG4001 – Licence to Perform Rigging Advanced Level
RA
Advanced Rigger
$95,000 - $115,000 pa or $40-$50 per hour*
*SEEK data, Nov 2025
Reach the top of your rigging career with this nationally recognised qualification. CPCCLRG4001 – Licence to perform rigging advanced level equips you with the skills and knowledge to safely plan, prepare and perform advanced rigging tasks, including the erection of gin poles and shear legs, flying foxes, cableways, guyed derricks, and suspended scaffolds.
This is the highest level of rigging licence and is designed for experienced riggers who already hold an Intermediate Rigging (RI) licence. Training at OTJT’s Stapylton yard combines practical, hands-on learning with detailed theory on complex load management, structural stability, and risk control — all delivered by industry-qualified trainers.
How to plan and prepare for advanced rigging work, including reading engineering drawings, lift studies and rigging plans.
How to inspect, select and use advanced rigging equipment, including winches, blocks, ropes, and specialised lifting gear.
How to erect and dismantle advanced structures, including gin poles, shear legs, flying foxes, cableways, and guyed derricks.
How to rig and control loads in complex lifting situations, such as work associated with cranes, conveyors, and suspended scaffolds.
How to calculate loads, sling angles and tension forces, ensuring stability and structural integrity throughout the task.
How to implement advanced risk-control measures, respond to unexpected movements or failures, and maintain exclusion zones.
How to coordinate with multiple teams and maintain clear, precise communication during high-risk lifts.
Safe setup, operation and dismantling of advanced rigging systems in line with manufacturer and workplace requirements.
Precise application of advanced load-shifting principles and control techniques.
Leadership and communication in complex rigging environments.
Compliance with WHS legislation, engineering standards and site-specific procedures.
Successful participants who meet all Elements and Performance Criteria, and demonstrate the required Knowledge and Performance Evidence, will receive a Statement of Attainment for CPCCLRG4001 – Licence to perform rigging advanced level.
This confirms you’ve been trained and assessed as competent in the unit of competency. You’ll then complete a separate licensing assessment under the National Assessment Instruments (NAI) with a SafeWork Queensland approved assessor.
Once both are successfully completed, you can apply to Workplace Health and Safety Queensland for your High Risk Work Licence (RA – advanced rigging).
^Blended learning at OTJT means you can knock over your theory online before you arrive, so your time on site is all about getting hands-on and building the skills you need.
Statement of Attainment: Upon achieving competence in this accredited unit of competency, you will be issued a physical and digital copy of a Statement of Attainment for your official records.
Please note that USI transcripts are only updated once a year, so keep it somewhere safe. Don’t worry, though, if you do lose it, get in touch and we can issue a new one.
High-risk work licence (HRWL): Upon successful completion of the national assessment instruments (NAI), the assessor will give you a candidate assessment summary (CAS). This summary will legally allow you to use that licence to perform rigging duties (advanced level). Worksafe Qld will then invite you by email to apply for a RA Class HRWL, after which you have just 60 days to apply or will need to be reassessed.
Students with HRWL’s from other states will need to apply to Worksafe Qld then have the option to transfer their qualification to their state HRWL.
The lifting game isn’t just about playing with big-boy toys or moving heavy stuff. It’s about teamwork, problem-solving and turning big plans into iconic landmarks. From bridges and stadiums to tower builds and shutdowns, lifting crews are the ones making the big things happen.
Safely, precisely and with a bit of banter along the way.
OTJT founder Matt Nolan started out as a delivery driver before stepping into dogging, then into the seat of mobile and tower cranes.
So what hooked him, line and sinker?
The engineering brilliance of the machines, and the deep satisfaction of being part of something bigger than yourself. He’d never read a book in his life until he found himself reading crane manuals cover to cover.
Ask him now, and he’ll tell you it’s the problem-solving that keeps it interesting. Every lift is different. You’ve got to think on your feet, work closely with your dogger and riggers, and figure out the best way to make it happen.
“There’s no script. Just trust, skill and teamwork.” – Matt Nolan
In South East Queensland, the lifting industry is booming. From the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and renewable energy builds to hospitals, tunnels and high-rise developments, there’s steady work for licensed operators who know their stuff.
If you’re looking for a career that’s hands-on, in demand and genuinely satisfying, this could be it. You won’t just be working with cranes. You’ll be part of the crew that helps build the civil infrastructure for future generations or stadiums that find their place in Olympic history.
“The lifting game is what we love, and we just want to keep on doing it. How do we do that? By training the next generation into in-demand operators through quality training.” – Matt Nolan, OTJ Training founder
1st Day – Welcome!
After a site induction, you’ll learn the fundamentals of mobile crane operating, covering the theory and practical elements of the course. All students have the option to complete the theoretical learning online via e-learning from the moment they are enrolled before course commencement, but is not mandatory.
2nd-3rd Days – Put it into practice!
With the guidance of the training team, your new knowledge and practical skills will be honed and you’ll complete the unit of competency phase in a portfolio of work.
4th Day – Competent?
Time for the NAI’s! Once you’ve achieved competence in the unit, you will prepare and begin the knowledge, calculation and practical tasks as part of the national assessment instruments (NAI’s). Please note you need to successfully complete the knowledge and calculation assessments before moving on to the practical tasks.
5th Day – Assessments Continue!
Once you’ve successfully completed all the NAI’s, you’ll receive a Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) from your assessor and can then apply for an RA class high-risk work licence (HRWL) from Workplace Health & Safety Queensland. Use this CAS as proof of your successful assessment until your HRWL arrives in the post.
Reassessments:
Should the participant not achieve competence in any of the NAIs, then they will be entitled to no more than one reassessment with no charge. At the RTO’s discretion, any additional reassessments will incur further fees of $250 each, including charges for retraining of $500 if required.
Please use this course structure as a guide. Many factors can influence course timings, such as the size of the group, weather conditions or a student’s time to achieve competence in the unit.
As part of the new Standards for RTOs 2025, all new students must complete a quick LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital) Skills Check before we can confirm enrolment.
It’s not a test, and there’s no pass or fail. It simply helps us understand how best to support the learner before training begins. It only takes around 10 minutes to complete and can be done on any device, including a mobile phone.
The table below summarises the level of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ASCF)* (and DigComp) required for this course.
Learning | Reading | Writing | Oral Communication | Numeracy | Digital Literacy |
ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 2 | ACSF 3 | DigComp A2 |
We hear that. Our experience is that students often find the numeracy component a challenging part of this course and HRWL courses in general.
If numeracy is a challenge for you, then we suggest you get started with the trainer video tutorials that walk you through some calculations you’ll need to learn related to load chart and pad sizing calculations. You’ll be sent a link to our ‘Training Tid Bits’ portal as soon as you’re enrolled so you can get ahead before you start training on site.
Check out our FAQ’s on this page below for some more info about our learning resources designed to set up all students for success, regardless of their capabilities, or find our Student Support Policy here.
For more information about the ACSF visit the DEWR website: https://www.dewr.gov.au/skills-information-training-providers/australian-core-skills-framework
CSQ
Bert Training Fund
Should the participant not achieve competence in any of the NAIs, then they will be entitled to no more than one reassessment with no charge. At the RTO’s discretion, any additional reassessments will incur further fees of $250 each, including charges for retraining of $500 if required.
Please use this course structure as a guide. Many factors can influence course timings, such as the size of the group, weather conditions or a student’s time to achieve competence in the unit.
| Item | Full Price | CSQ Co-contribution Fee ² | CSQ Admin Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Rigging (RA) | $2,190 | $500 | $50 |
Small Training Provider of the Year
Small Training Provider of the Year
for eligible QLD construction workers
in addition to max time in the seat. Real skills, real fun.
means personalised coaching.
and night classes for some course to fit your schedule.
including a 101t crawler, 25 t truck crane, 14 t Franna, telehandler and 2 tower cranes for hands‑on training.
midway Brisbane ↔ Gold Coast—easy access.
access to online course materials as soon as you enrol.
leaving your days free to get on with the job.
split your training across days or nights, even multiple weeks.
face-to-face and e-learning elements available.
of students would recommend our training to others.
Source: OTJ Training ASQA Learner Survey 2024
of students said that the training prepared them well for work.
Source: OTJ Training ASQA Learner Survey 2024
Yes. You must already hold your Intermediate Rigging Licence (RI) or be competent in the CPCCLRG3002 – licence to perform rigging (intermediate rigging) unit of competency before starting the Advanced Riggers Course. This ensures you’ve mastered the foundational and intermediate skills, like structural steel, precast installs, and plant/machinery rigging, before progressing to the advanced gear and complex lifts.
Without that experience, the advanced training would be unsafe and overwhelming.
The Advanced Rigging course runs over 5 consecutive days. This allows time for theory, practical training, and the nationally mandated assessment instruments (NAIs).
If you’re a FIFO or shift worker, we could potentially customise delivery over other scheduled courses to fit your roster. Just give our team a call to discuss.
You’ll work with a selection of our 8 on-site cranes, advanced rigging gear (gin poles, shear legs, cableways, flying foxes, swing stages, hung scaffold), and purpose-built training structures. All training is conducted to current Australian Standards and WHS legislation.
Yes. If you meet Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) eligibility criteria, you could reduce your course fee from $2,190 to $500. Many students combine CSQ funding with the Bert Training Fund (for CFMEU members) to further reduce out-of-pocket costs. Funding is paid directly to OTJ Training, making enrolment easier and more affordable.
*SEEK Data, Nov25
^Blended learning at OTJT means you can knock over your theory online before you arrive, so your time on site is all about getting hands-on and building the skills you need.
+Includes a Saturday morning to complete assessments.
Request a chat with our friendly
team to inquire about your study options.
