Civil Safety

What Civil Safety does

Civil Safety is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32381) founded in 2009 that delivers vocational safety and compliance training primarily to the mining, civil construction, and industrial sectors. The company offers a broad curriculum spanning short courses (Standard 11 mining inductions, confined spaces, working at heights, gas testing, high-risk work tickets, plant and machinery tickets, EWP operation), nationally recognised qualifications (Certificate IV in WHS, Civil Construction, Project Management Practice, and the G1-G7 risk management series), and site-specific Verification of Competencies (VOCs) for major miners. Training is delivered through 17+ owned facilities across Queensland and Western Australia, online self-paced modules via the Axcelerate LMS, onsite corporate delivery, and blended formats.

Revenue is generated principally through course fees (ranging from A$160 for short online units to A$2,950 for advanced qualifications) and government-funded subsidised enrolments through Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ), Construction Training Fund (CTF), Skills Assure, ISEP, and VETiS. Civil Safety is an authorised provider for BMA, BHP WAIO, and Rio Tinto, giving it the ability to deliver site-mandated inductions and VOCs that channel individual workers and corporate contractors (Buma, Monadelphous, Golding, Mitchell Services, Compass Group, Anglicare SQ) to its programs. The company pursues a dual go-to-market combining direct-to-consumer enrolment (website, 1300 phone line, Afterpay instalments) with enterprise B2B relationships. In June 2025 it acquired WA Skills Training, signalling a regional roll-up strategy. No revenue, headcount growth, or external funding is disclosed; the company remains privately held.

Name

Civil Safety

Legal name

Civil Safety

Website

https://civilsafety.edu.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Civil Safety (RTO 32381) is an Australian vocational training organisation delivering safety, high-risk, and plant operator courses to mining, construction, and industrial workers across 17+ facilities in Queensland and Western Australia, serving both individual learners and enterprise clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Safety Training

NAICS

Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519), Professional and Management Development Training (611430)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Machine Safety, Guarding & Industrial Equipment Safety (EDABAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Confined Space Entry (EDABAEAI), Working at Heights, Fall Protection & Scaffolding (EDABAEAH)

Keywords

• Vocational safety training
• High risk work licensing
• Mining safety courses
• Construction certifications
• Workplace safety tickets

Headquarters

HQ city

Ashmore

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices16 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Course Fees: Civil Safety generates revenue primarily through course fees charged to students for nationally recognised training and qualifications. Fees vary by course and location, ranging from $160 (G1 Risk Management) to $2,950 (Certificate IV in Project Management Practice).
2. Government-Funded Subsidies: As an approved provider for Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ), Construction Training Fund (CTF), and other government programs, Civil Safety accesses subsidized training funding that reduces student costs while maintaining revenue through co-contribution fees.
3. Afterpay Payment Processing: Civil Safety offers Afterpay as a payment option, allowing students to pay in four interest-free instalments. This attracts more students who may not have full upfront payment capability.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Civil Safety is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32381) providing nationally recognised vocational education and safety training services to the mining, construction, civil infrastructure, and utilities sectors. The company delivers short courses (Standard 11, High Risk Work tickets, Confined Spaces, Working at Heights, Gas Test Atmospheres), plant and machinery operator certifications (excavators, haul trucks, EWPs), G1-G7 risk management units, and Certificate IV qualifications (WHS, Civil Construction, Project Management) through face-to-face, online, blended, and onsite delivery modes. Training is supported by government funding access (CSQ, CTF, User Choice, ISEP, VETiS) and authorised provider relationships with BMA, BHP, and Rio Tinto.

Product overview

Civil Safety is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 32381) providing vocational education and safety training services across the mining, civil construction, and industrial sectors. The company operates a multi-product training portfolio organised around core safety credentials (confined spaces, working at heights, gas testing), plant and machinery operator tickets (excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, EWPs, haul trucks), supervisory and management qualifications (Certificate IV in WHS, Certificate IV in Civil Construction, Certificate IV in Project Management Practice), and specialised mining courses (Standard 11, G-series risk management, BHP/BMA site-specific VOCs). Training is delivered through multiple modalities including online self-paced courses, face-to-face practical training, and blended formats combining both. The company offers funding options through CSQ (Queensland) and CTF (Western Australia) and operates over 17 training facilities across Queensland and Western Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Standard 11 Mining Courses Nationally recognised mining induction training covering the Queensland Mining Act, Standard 11 competencies, and site-specific requirements for new mine workers entering the resources sector. Delivered to workers, operators, and contractors requiring site access.
• BMA Core Inductions and S11
• BHP WAIO Verification of Competencies (VOCs)
• High Risk Work Tickets
• Plant and Machinery Operator Tickets
• Enter and Work in Confined Spaces
• Work Safely at Heights
• Elevating Work Platform (EWP) Training
• Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS)
• Certificate IV in Civil Construction
• Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
• G1 Apply Risk Management Processes
• G3 Establish and Maintain Risk Management Systems
• G7 Establish and Maintain WHS Management Systems
• First Aid and CPR Training
• Fire Safety Training
• QBCC Managerial Course
• School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SATs)
• Verification of Competencies (VOCs) Service

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% student satisfaction rate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, minor and supporting.

• Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ)coreOthersCivil Safety is an approved CSQ provider delivering subsidised training to eligible Queensland construction workers. CSQ funding can reduce course costs by 75-100%, making training more accessible and driving student enrollment through government subsidies.
• Construction Training Fund (CTF)coreOthersCivil Safety is an approved CTF provider for Western Australia's building and construction industry, offering subsidies up to 70% for metro courses and 80% for regional courses. CTF handles claim processing as bulk billing provider.
• BHPmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil Safety is an authorised provider for BHP WAIO (Western Australian Iron Ore) VOCs (Verification of Competencies), delivering training aligned with BHP's specific site requirements for workers accessing their operations.
• BMA (BHP Mitsubishi Alliance)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil Safety is an authorised provider for BMA Core Inductions and Standard 11 training, delivering mandatory safety qualifications required for workers entering BMA mining operations in Queensland.
• Rio TintomajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivil Safety is an authorised training provider for Rio Tinto operations, delivering safety certifications and training programs meeting Rio Tinto's site-specific competency requirements.
• Skills Assure (Queensland)minorOthersSkills Assure is a Queensland government-skills initiative providing funding for vocational education and training. Civil Safety accepts Skills Assure funding for eligible courses in Queensland.
• Indigenous Skills Employment Program (ISEP)minorOthersISEP is a government-funded initiative supporting Indigenous Australians to build practical skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications. Civil Safety delivers ISEP-funded training programs.
• AfterpaysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerAfterpay provides buy-now-pay-later functionality enabling students to pay for training in four interest-free instalments. This partnership removes financial barriers for students who cannot pay full course fees upfront.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• ClickSafety: US-based online safety training platform offering OSHA, construction, and industrial safety courses. Comparable to Civil Safety's online learning portal in modality and EHS content, but US-only and not in the Australian RTO market.
• Hard Hat Training: US-based provider of OSHA-compliant safety training, including confined space, fall protection, and equipment operator courses. Comparable to Civil Safety on EHS subject matter but does not compete in Australia and targets US regulatory regime.

Direct peers

• Total Management & Training: Western Australia-based RTO delivering mining, construction, and high-risk work training with strong resources-sector enterprise relationships. Comparable to Civil Safety on geographic exposure to WA mining regions and Standard 11 / VOC offerings.
• Site Skills Training: Australian RTO delivering safety, high-risk work, and plant operator training to the mining, construction, and resources sectors across multiple states. Directly comparable to Civil Safety in product mix, target customers (mining majors and contractors), and facility-based delivery model.
• AlertForce: Australian RTO offering high-risk work licences, confined space, working at heights, and construction safety courses with both online and onsite delivery. Directly comparable to Civil Safety on product mix and B2C/B2B split.
• Fire and Safety Australia: National provider of fire safety, emergency response, confined space, and WHS training with multiple training centres. Overlaps with Civil Safety in confined space, gas test atmospheres, fire warden, and EHS compliance training.
• AusSafe Training: Queensland-based RTO delivering high-risk work licences, confined space, working at heights, and mining safety courses. Overlaps with Civil Safety on QLD geographic concentration and core EHS / HRWL catalogue.
• Pinnacle Safety and Training: Australia-wide RTO specialising in workplace health and safety, confined space, working at heights, and high-risk work training. Closely comparable to Civil Safety in EHS course portfolio and enterprise/individual dual channel.
• Edway Training: Australian RTO offering white card, high-risk work, confined space, EWP, and construction safety training nationally. Closely comparable to Civil Safety on core construction safety product set and multi-channel delivery.

Broad incumbents

• TAFE Queensland: Large publicly-funded vocational education provider offering a broad range of trades, safety, and Certificate IV qualifications across Queensland. Overlaps with Civil Safety on Certificate IV in WHS, civil construction, and project management but at much larger scale and broader curriculum.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/civilsafetyrto
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/civil-safety

Compliance2 records

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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