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A HGV Driver transports goods in a truck or other heavy vehicle. You might perform safety checks on your vehicle and fill out relevant documents before leaving a destination. HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) Drivers, or Lorry Drivers, prepare trucks for loading and ensure goods are properly secured and meet load limitation requirements. You might transport goods within your local area or drive larger distances including interstate.
HGV Drivers should be highly skilled and able to manoeuvre vehicles into various loading and unloading locations. It’s important that you focus on safety and can meet your obligations with aspects such as speed, fatigue and delivering goods on time. HGV Drivers may work irregular hours and often spend long periods of time away from home.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a HGV Driver.
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Do you need a commercial driver’s licence? The nationally recognised TLI21221 Certificate II in Driving Operations qualifies you for work as a taxi driver, courier, ride share driver, and other commercial driving occupations. During your course, you’ll learn how to carry out vehicle inspections and pre-work safety checks, safely shift materials around the vehicle, calculate mileage and fares, and apply fatigue management strategies. Choose electives that support licensing outcomes: taxi, light rigid, commercial vehicle operations. Enquire now for the list of study units, commercial vehicle licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
Learn how to safely drive and operate commercial vehicles with the TLI31222 Certificate III in Driving Operations. This nationally recognised qualification is the training requirement for most commercial vehicle licences in Australia including buses, coaches, tip trucks, line-haul and delivery vehicles, forestry vehicles, waste vehicles and more. During your studies you will learn how to drive in a range of traffic conditions, ensure the safety of your vehicle, and complete mandatory paperwork. You will also gain skills in driver awareness, fatigue management, and manual handling. Choose specialist electives that support licensing outcomes in your state or territory. Enquire now for the full list of study units, licensing electives (and their availability) and course openings in your area..
In Australia, a full time HGV Driver generally earns $1,050 per week ($54,600 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen stable employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 137,200 people employed as a HGV Driver in Australia, compared to 135,400 five years ago. HGV Drivers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re interested in a career as a HGV Driver, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Driving Operations. This course covers a range of topics including fatigue management strategies, map reading and navigation, loading and unloading safety and completing relevant documentation. A Certificate III in Driving Operations may also be appropriate.
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Here are some potential career pathways within driving and transport. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Driving and Transport
Bus Driver
$1,050 weekly pay
Driving Instructor
$1,200 weekly pay
Forklift Driver
Fuel Tanker Driver
$1,340 weekly pay
HGV Driver
Monorail Operator
Tram Driver
Truck Driver
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