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CPC60220 | Site Supervisor Stream
Open Class Site Supervisor (QLD)
This streamlined 4-unit package from the CPC60220 Advanced Diploma is specifically designed for the QBCC Open Class Site Supervisor licence in Queensland. Supervise ALL building classes (1-10), ALL construction types (A, B, C), with no height or complexity restrictions—including high-rise towers and major commercial developments.
- 3-6 Months
- 100% Online
- RPL available
- Payment plans
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Published duration: 3-6 Months. Individual study and assessment requirements apply. Last reviewed .
- What it is
- A 4-unit package from the CPC60220 Advanced Diploma built for the QBCC Open Class Site Supervisor licence. 100% online, usually 3 to 6 months.
- Who it suits
- Experienced Queensland supervisors and foremen moving onto high-rise and major commercial projects.
- Outcome
- Meets the QBCC technical qualification requirement to supervise all building classes with no height limit. Experience requirements apply.
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Only 4 Units
100% Online Study
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Open Class Licence
Course Overview
What is the Open Class Site Supervisor Qualification?
This 4-unit package is drawn from the nationally recognised CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management). It is built for one thing: the technical qualification for the QBCC Open Class Site Supervisor licence in Queensland. The full Advanced Diploma runs to 10 units. QBCC lists 4 of them against open-class site supervision, and those 4 are the whole course.
Open class is the top of the QBCC ladder. The licence lets you supervise building work on all building classes, 1 to 10, in all construction types, A, B and C, with no height limit. That means the projects the lower classes cannot touch: high-rise residential towers, CBD office buildings, hospitals, hotels, shopping centres, school and university campuses and large industrial facilities. A low-rise licence stops at Type C buildings of 2,000m². A medium-rise licence stops at 3 storeys and cannot cover Type A construction on classes 4 to 9 buildings. Open class has no ceiling.
Day to day, an open-class site supervisor is an employee. You supervise the work under your employer's QBCC contractor licence rather than contracting with clients yourself. On a tower that is a different job from a house site: Type A fire-resisting construction, structural systems carried over many storeys, crane and hoist programmes, services risers and a defects process that runs floor by floor. The 4 units are chosen for that environment. Codes and standards for large buildings, structural principles for high-rise and complex buildings, assessing construction faults in large projects, and managing a contractor's legal obligations.
Completing the 4 units gives you the technical qualification for the licence application. The Site Supervisor licence has no minimum experience requirement, so the units are the substantive step. Because you supervise rather than contract, the financial and insurance requirements that attach to a Builder Contractor licence do not apply to you. Delivery is 100% online and self-paced, built for supervisors who are already on a major project and cannot leave it to study.
Why Choose This Course
- Streamlined 4-unit pathway (not full 10-unit diploma)
- QBCC Open Class Site Supervisor licence pathway
- Supervise ALL building classes and construction types
- No height or complexity restrictions
- 100% online, self-paced delivery
- RPL available for experienced supervisors
Curriculum Highlights
- National Construction Code application for large buildings
- Structural principles for high-rise and complex construction
- Construction fault assessment and remediation
- Legal compliance and QBCC regulatory requirements
- Building classification systems (Classes 1-10)
- Construction types (Type A, B, C fire resistance)
- Quality assurance for major construction projects
Recognition of Prior Learning
Already doing this work? Ask about RPL.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) involves an assessor reviewing your current skills and evidence against the units in the Open Class Site Supervisor (QLD). You may need further evidence or gap training. Experience alone does not establish competency, and no fixed reduction in study time is guaranteed.
Course Structure
Units of Competency
To achieve the Open Class Site Supervisor qualification requirements, students must complete 4 units of competency—all focused on large building supervision:
Core Units (4)
What You'll Learn
- Apply building codes to large projects – Access, interpret, and apply the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Standards to large, high-rise, and complex buildings. Determine building classifications and implement Performance Solutions and Deemed-to-Satisfy provisions.
- Apply structural principles for high-rise construction – Understand and apply structural engineering concepts specific to large and high-rise buildings, including load distribution systems, lateral stability requirements, and foundation systems for multi-storey structures.
- Assess construction faults – Identify, analyse, and assess structural and non-structural defects in large building projects. Determine root causes, implement corrective measures, establish quality assurance processes, and manage remediation activities.
- Manage legal compliance – Manage processes to ensure full compliance with building legislation, QBCC licensing requirements, insurance obligations, workplace health and safety requirements, and contractual responsibilities.
Is this you?
Who Should Enrol
Experienced Queensland supervisors ready to move onto towers, major commercial and institutional projects, where a low-rise or medium-rise licence no longer covers the work.
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Low/Medium-Rise Supervisors
Current site supervisors whose employer has won a Type A or high-rise project that sits outside their existing class.
Qualified Tradespeople
Carpenters, bricklayers and blocklayers with years on multi-storey sites who want their supervisory role recognised at the top class.
Site Managers & Foremen
Foremen and site managers already running floors on high-rise or major commercial jobs who need the licence to match.
Diploma-Qualified Builders
Diploma holders employed by larger builders who want open-class supervision credentials under the employer's licence.
Experienced Supervisors
Supervisors with 4+ years on large projects who want the top QBCC site supervisor class on paper.
Course Overview
Step Into High-Rise Construction
The Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction Management is for those ready to move into high-rise and open-level building. Whether you're aiming for a site manager role on high-rise projects or working towards an open builder's licence for Type A and Type B construction, this qualification gives you the theory, practical understanding, and on-site experience to get there.
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Senior Supervisory Roles
The Open Class Site Supervisor qualification opens senior supervisory roles on Queensland's largest projects. CBD commercial towers, high-rise residential, hospitals and major institutional builds all sit inside the class.
Open Class Site Supervisor
Day-to-day supervision of high-rise residential, commercial, and complex building projects.
$120,000 – $180,000Senior Site Supervisor
Lead supervisor overseeing multiple site supervisors and coordinating large project teams.
$140,000 – $200,000Construction Superintendent
Senior field leadership on major commercial and infrastructure projects.
$170,000 – $250,000Site Manager (High-Rise)
Overall site management for high-rise residential towers and commercial developments.
$170,000 – $250,000Project Coordinator
Coordination between project management teams and on-site operations on major projects.
$120,000 – $160,000Area Supervisor
Oversight of specific building sections or stages on large multi-stage developments.
$120,000 – $170,000Salary Expectations
These roles are in high demand across Australia and offer strong earning potential.
| Role | Approximate Annual Salary (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Site Supervisor (Open Class)Day-to-day supervision of high-rise and complex projects | $120,000 – $180,000 |
| Senior Site SupervisorLead supervisor coordinating large project teams | $140,000 – $200,000 |
| Construction SuperintendentSenior field leadership on major projects | $170,000 – $250,000 |
| Site Manager (High-Rise)Overall site management for high-rise developments | $170,000 – $250,000 |
| Project Coordinator (Major Projects)Coordination between management and on-site operations | $120,000 – $160,000 |
Actual earnings depend on factors including location, project size and complexity, employer type, and individual experience. Licensed builders operating their own businesses have uncapped earning potential based on the volume and value of projects they deliver. See the full construction salary guide for detailed breakdowns by role and state.
Additional Career Benefits
Unlimited Supervision Scope
Supervise ALL building classes, ALL construction types, with NO height restrictions—the highest tier of site supervision
Employment Security
Work for major construction companies on the largest projects with the stability and benefits of employment
No Financial Barriers
Unlike contractor licensing, no net asset requirements or personal insurance obligations
Faster Completion
Complete only 4 units instead of 10—significantly reducing study time while achieving the same licensing outcome
QLD licence classes compared
Which QBCC licence class do you need?
Each package below is a cut-down set of units from a full qualification, matched to one QBCC licence class. Pick the class that covers the work you want to contract or supervise.
| QBCC licence class | What it covers | Course package |
|---|---|---|
| Builder restricted to kitchen, bathroom and laundry | Wet-area renovations, no structural work, contracted in your own name. | 7 units from CPC40120 |
| Builder restricted to structural landscaping | Retaining walls, decks, pergolas, carports, paving and sporting courts. | 7 units from CPC40120 |
| Builder low rise, site supervisor | Class 1 and 10 buildings, and Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings up to 2,000m². | 10 units from CPC40120 |
| Builder medium rise, site supervisor | Building work up to 3 storeys, plus non-structural work on any building. | 7 units from CPC50220 |
| Builder open, site supervisorThis page | All building classes and construction types, no height limit. | 4 units from CPC60220 |
Need the full picture on experience, financial and application requirements? Read the QBCC licence guide or the QBCC site supervisor career guide. Experienced already? RPL can credit units you can evidence.
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Student Support
Throughout your online study journey, you have access to comprehensive support designed for working site supervisors.
Dedicated Support Team
Available via phone and email for enrolment, technical and administrative assistance
Trainer Access
Direct access to industry-experienced trainers for coursework questions and technical guidance
Interactive Learning Platform
User-friendly platform with videos, practice assessments, and progress tracking
Flexible Assessment Timelines
Submit assessments when ready—designed for working professionals with on-site responsibilities
Entry Requirements
Who Can Enrol?
This qualification is designed for construction professionals who are ready to advance to unlimited site supervision scope. Ideal candidates include low-rise or medium-rise supervisors seeking to upgrade, qualified tradespeople with supervisory experience, and site managers working on complex multi-storey projects who need formal credentials.
01Hold or obtain a Construction White Card (CPCWHS1001)
02Working in or seeking supervisory roles in construction
No experience needed
We welcome students from all backgrounds. If you have existing experience, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment towards your qualification.
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