The centre will train thousands of local workers to deliver tunnel projects in Victoria, including the Metro Tunnel.
The new USD 16M Victorian Tunnelling Centre will be built at Holmesglen Institute’s Chadstone campus to train and skill local workers in underground construction and tunnelling.
The centre will include a replica tunnel with a full-height entrance, three multi-purpose engineering workrooms and training facilities such as tunnel shaft and concrete lining spray simulators, as well as virtual reality experiences.
Holmesglen Institute will offer both existing and new courses at the tunnelling centre. Attendees will get a Certificate and Diploma qualifications as well as safety-based training for working underground. By 2021, it is estimated up to 5,000 students will join these training courses each year.
