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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Piling Operations

About the Piling NVQ

The Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Piling Operations is a nationally recognised NOCN qualification for operatives involved in foundation piling work. It certifies your competence in performing key tasks such as contributing to piling operations, guiding piling rigs, operating equipment, and supporting groundworks.

This NVQ is essential for piling operatives who want to gain the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, improve their job prospects, and demonstrate that they meet industry standards for health, safety, and productivity on construction sites.

How to Get Your Blue CSCS Card

Once you complete this NVQ and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test, you’ll be eligible to apply for the Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card, which proves you’re qualified to work in piling operations across the UK.

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Level 2 NVQ Diploma - Piling Operations

  • Credits Required: 51
  • Units Required: 6
  • Ref Number: 601/4995/4
Title Credit Value Level
Conforming to General Health, Safety and Welfare in the Workplace 2 Level 1
Conforming to Productive Working Practices in the Workplace 3 Level 2
Contributing to the Piling Operation in the Workplace 24 Level 2
Moving, Handling and Storing Resources in the Workplace 5 Level 2
Slinging and Hand Signalling the Movement of Suspended Loads in the Workplace 10 Level 2
Title Credit Value Level
Allocating and Monitoring the Use of Plant, Machinery or Equipment in the Workplace 9 Level 3
Carrying Out Mud, Slurry or Fluid Plant Operations in the Workplace 21 Level 2
Carrying Out Tremie Operations in the Workplace 26 Level 2
Guiding the Piling Rig for the Formation of Piles in the Workplace 22 Level 2
Preparing and Operating 180 Degree Excavators to Extract and Excavate Ground and Loose Materials in the Workplace 80 Level 2
Preparing and Operating 360 Degree Excavators to Extract Ground, Face and/or Loose Materials in the Workplace 80 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Powered Units, Tools or Pedestrian Plant, Machinery or Equipment in the Workplace 7 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Skid Steer Loaders to Extract Loose Materials in the Workplace 20 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Tracked Loading Shovels to Extract Ground and Loose Materials in the Workplace 80 Level 2
Preparing and Operating Wheeled Loading Shovels to Extract Loose Materials in the Workplace 26 Level 2

Piling NVQ FAQs

This qualification covers tasks such as contributing to piling works, signalling suspended loads, and operating excavators and powered tools. It ensures you meet industry standards in health, safety, and practical competence.

Yes, this NVQ is one of the approved qualifications needed to obtain a Blue CSCS Skilled Worker Card for piling operatives.

Yes. The NVQ is assessed onsite, meaning you don’t have to stop working to qualify. Your daily tasks are used as evidence of your skills and competence.

  • Obtain an NVQ Level 6: Complete an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management, demonstrating your skills and knowledge.
  • Get a Black CSCS Card: Achieve the NVQ Level 6 qualification to be eligible for the Black CSCS card, which is necessary for Managing onsite.
  • Meet Additional Requirements: Fulfil other requirements, such as relevant work experience and passing the CITB Health, Safety, and Environment Test.

Yes. CITB-registered employers may be eligible for NVQ funding, but you must be a company applying for this NVQ and you must be a levy payer of CITB. Contact Think Construction Skills for help applying.

A Level 2 NVQ in construction, including the Level 2 Diploma in Piling Operations, is equivalent to five GCSEs (grades A-C / 9-4)* in the UK education system. It is a recognised industry qualification for skilled tradespeople. Read more about NVQ Level 2 qualifications on our Construction NVQ Level 2 page.

See our NVQ equivalence chart here.

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