The numbers don’t lie. Infrastructure Australia is forecasting a massive shortfall of 197,000 skilled workers over the next five years across the civil construction sector. While this presents a significant challenge for a $120 billion industry, it represents something else entirely for job seekers: the opportunity of a lifetime.
Your Gateway to a Recession-Proof Career
School leaver? Career changer? Facing unemployment? The civil construction industry is crying out for workers just like you. And thanks to Diggerman Training’s new Infrastructure Ready Program, you can be job-ready in just three weeks – completely free of charge.
This isn’t just another training course. It’s a fully funded pathway to an industry where skilled operators are in such high demand that employers are competing for talent. When an entire sector is short 197,000 workers, job security isn’t just likely – it’s guaranteed.
The 3-Week Game Changer
Diggerman Training has partnered with Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) to offer something unprecedented: a completely funded program that gets you construction-ready in just 21 days. Starting Monday 22 September 2025, you’ll gain:
- 5 nationally recognised units that employers actually want
- 21-hour life skills program covering workplace safety and professional development
- 1 week of simulated worksite experience in real-world conditions
- Ready-for-Work Kit to start your career properly equipped
CSQ funding covers 100% of the costs for eligible participants, but with only 12 spots available and terms applying, early applications are essential.
Real Students, Real Success Stories
Don’t just take our word for it. Liam Lindsay recently completed three tickets at Diggerman and shared: “They have good trainers with real world experience… They don’t just give out tickets left right and centre, they ensure you know what you’re doing before letting you go. Exactly what this industry needs more of.”
Samantha Reardon completed six tickets and praised the trainers as “ALL awesome, encouraging and patient… best training I’ve done.” Even international students like Daniele Mongera found success, noting how instructors helped him navigate language barriers to achieve his forklift licence.
With 174 five-star reviews out of 180 total, Diggerman’s track record speaks for itself.
Beyond the Basics: Your Career Expansion Plan
The Infrastructure Ready Program is just the beginning. Once you’ve completed the foundation course, CSQ offers additional funding opportunities for multiple machine tickets and high-risk work licences. If you’re an Australian citizen who is currently employed or has a minimum of six months recent experience in the civil industry, you may qualify for further funding.
Diggerman offers a comprehensive range of nationally recognised courses including excavator, front end loader, skid steer, roller, grader, backhoe, bulldozer, and articulated haul truck operations. Each additional qualification increases your value in the marketplace and opens doors to higher-paying positions.
The best way to understand your eligibility and discuss your career pathway is to speak directly with Diggerman’s experienced team.
Serving the Growth Corridor
Based in Coolum on the Sunshine Coast, Diggerman Training services the booming growth corridor stretching from Brisbane to Hervey Bay. Whether you’re in Moreton Bay, Toowoomba, Gympie, Kingaroy, or Dalby, you’re within reach of training that could transform your career prospects.
This region is experiencing unprecedented infrastructure development. New roads, bridges, housing developments, and commercial projects are creating thousands of job opportunities for qualified operators. The question isn’t whether work is available – it’s whether you’ll be qualified to take advantage of it.
The Perfect Storm of Opportunity
Consider the timing: a massive skills shortage, generous government funding, and an industry worth $120 billion annually. Add Diggerman’s proven track record – trainers with over 20 years’ experience each, modern equipment, and a training approach that prioritises real-world readiness – and you have the perfect recipe for career transformation.
As one recent graduate put it: “This lets you ease your way into it without the stress and pressure… exactly what this industry needs more of.”
Your Next Move Starts Now
The Infrastructure Ready Program begins Monday, 22 September 2025, but with only 12 positions available, waiting isn’t an option. You must be a Queensland resident with work rights, hold a valid driver’s licence, have reliable transport, and not be currently working full-time in construction. Additionally you must not have previously completed a CSQ pre-trade program.
Most importantly, you need to act. While others wait and wonder, you could be three weeks away from entering an industry desperate for your skills.
Ready to transform your career prospects?
Apply now: www.diggermantraining.com.au/infrastructure-ready-program/
Your future self will thank you for taking action today.