Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)

Strengthen Your Civil Supervision Capability

Supervisors play a critical role on civil worksites — upholding safety, managing risks, coordinating contractors and making decisions that keep projects moving. But many people step up because they are reliable, not because they’ve been formally trained. This can create pressure, especially when supervising multiple crews or dealing with changing site conditions. The Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision) gives structure to what you already know while strengthening the areas that matter most: WHS, risk management, leadership, operational planning, documentation and contractor oversight. You’ll learn the underlying principles behind the work you supervise, not just the tasks. If you want to move confidently into higher-level supervision, validate your experience, or prepare for larger projects and teams, this qualification provides a nationally recognised pathway to support your next step.

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100% Online Delivery

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9–16 Month Completion

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Build practical civil supervision and contractor-management skills

Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision)

Strengthen Your Civil Supervision Capability

✓

100% Online Delivery

✓

9–16 Month Completion

✓

Build practical civil supervision and contractor-management skills

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Strengthen WHS, risk, leadership and operational planning capability

Investment

Full fee:$6,300

With scholarship:$4,930

Save $1,370 - Eligibility criteria apply

Flexible Payment Options: VISA, MasterCard, time payments.

Affordable weekly or fortnightly payment plans available.

NSW Smart & Skilled funding approved (subject to eligibility and funding availability). See our Funding Information page for full details.

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Strengthen Your Civil Supervision CapabilitySupervisors play a critical role on civil worksites — upholding safety, managing risks, coordinating contractors and making decisions that keep projects moving. But many people step up because they are reliable, not because they’ve been formally trained. This can create pressure, especially when supervising multiple crews or dealing with changing site conditions. The Certificate IV in Civil Construction (Supervision) gives structure to what you already know while strengthening the areas that matter most: WHS, risk management, leadership, operational planning, documentation and contractor oversight. You’ll learn the underlying principles behind the work you supervise, not just the tasks. If you want to move confidently into higher-level supervision, validate your experience, or prepare for larger projects and teams, this qualification provides a nationally recognised pathway to support your next step.

What You'll Develop

Civil works supervision capability
Contractor-management and oversight skills
Site-risk management and incident-prevention practices
Understanding of earthworks construction principles
Contract-administration fundamentals
Personal work-priority and time-management skills
WHS implementation and compliance awareness
Practical leadership that builds trust and productivity
Continuous-improvement mindset for site operations
Information-system and documentation accuracy
Ability to coordinate operational plans, resources and sequencing
Customer-service strategies for stakeholder interaction

Quick Facts

Duration

9–16 months (self-paced, fast-track available)

Study Mode

100% online – self-paced and flexible, with people to help when you need it

Units

12 units of competency

Assessment

Workplace projects — no exams

Support

Unlimited trainer support by phone and email

Credit Transfer and RPL PathwaysIf you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%. Most experienced workers save 3 to 6 months of study time through RPL. Your practical experience has real value and we help you prove it.

Graduate Success Stories

“Excellent Course for supervisors and foreman. You get to better your knowledge around civil and being a supervisor/foreman. This course has taught me to plan ahead to know where you’re going and what you want to achieve. I also have more of a health and safety focus outlook. The support processes for assessments were very helpful and precise.”

Enhanced safety awareness

Shannon ClellandGloding Contractors

“Since doing my Cert IV's, I have had good feedback from my employers about promotions and pay rises. The management skills I learned helped me to see more productive ways of doing tasks. I found the RPL process easy to understand and follow instructions.

Improved management capability

Greg Antaw

“The support I received was great. I liked the independence of being left to do training on my own, with trainers always available to help when needed”

Improved learning independence

Duncan Turnbull

“This course was very flexible and tied in well with my current employment. Finding where to access information was very easy, and access to trainers and the support system were excellent. The training was highly applicable to my day to day role and would be very suitable for other supervisors.“

Improved workplace alignment

David Schofield

LGACOM401AContract requirements shape how civil work is delivered; learn to interpret, administer and manage contract documentation so obligations are met and disputes are avoided.

Module 6

BSBOPS404Civil supervisors often handle client questions and expectations; develop skills to communicate professionally and uphold service standards.

Module 7

BSBPEF402Civil work moves quickly and plans shift without warning; strengthen your ability to organise your day, manage competing demands and maintain steady, reliable performance on site.

Module 8

BSBWHS411Safety expectations in civil construction are non-negotiable; develop the confidence to implement WHS requirements, monitor compliance and support a culture where people take safety seriously.

Module 9

BSBLDR411Crews look for calm, consistent leadership; build practical communication and leadership habits that maintain trust, improve teamwork and support productive site operations.

Module 10

BSBSTR402Civil projects often lose time to inefficiencies; learn to spot recurring issues, analyse root causes and lead improvements that lift performance and keep work flowing.

Module 11

BSBINS402Accurate information prevents costly delays; develop systems for managing drawings, permits, plans and reporting so work stays coordinated, documented and compliant.

Module 12

BSBOPS402Strong project delivery depends on clear operational planning; develop skills in coordinating resources, aligning schedules and supporting daily site operations.

• Applicants who do not meet the above criteria may request a meeting with the Training Manager/CEO. Enrolment may be accepted at their discretion.• These requirements do not apply to Traineeships but are strongly recommended.

Honest WarningPeople without the recommended experience often struggle and may not complete the course. This is simply due to the level of responsibility required in the assessments. If you have any past studies or experience, you may be eligible to receive credit where possible. This means you don’t need to relearn what you already know and can significantly reduce your study time by up to 60%.