Truck Driver Courses
A Truck Driver operates heavy vehicles to transport goods, ensuring safety, adhering to transport laws, and managing loading and unloading tasks.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Truck Driver
Get qualified to work as a Truck Driver with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
TLI31222
Duration
7 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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 a...
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Duration
7 weeks - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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RIIRTM301E
Duration
Half day - 5 days
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The RIIRTM301E Operate Truck or Trailer Mounted Attenuators course imparts the skills and knowledge to operate truck or trailer-mounted attenuators for traffic management at maintenance and civil construction sites. This includes planning, preparation, radio communication, positioning the attenuator, using other traffic controls, and cleanup.
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Duration
Half day - 5 days
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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TLILIC2016
Duration
Half day - 3 days
The TLILIC2016 Licence To Drive A Heavy Rigid Vehicle is required for driving heavy ridged vehicles in Australia as per Safe Work Australia. A heavy rigid vehicle is a bus or truck, including a prime mover or mobile crane, with over 8 tonnes Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) and 3 or more axles. This unit covers the skills and knowledge needed to control vehicle functions, monitor traffic, manage vehicle conditions and performance, and handle hazardous situations effectively.
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Duration
Half day - 3 days
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TLILIC2015
Duration
Half day - 3 days
The TLILIC2015 Licence to Drive a Medium Rigid Vehicle is essential for operating or driving a medium rigid vehicle in Australia, as specified by Safe Work Australia. This licence permits the driver to operate any two-axle rigid vehicle, including trucks and buses, and tow trailers up to 9 tonnes GVM. The unit covers skills and knowledge for vehicle control, traffic and road monitoring, vehicle condition management, and handling hazardous situations.
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Duration
Half day - 3 days
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Common questions
How much does a Truck Driver earn?
In Australia, a full time Truck Driver generally earns $1,600 per week ($83,200 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.
What are the job opportunities for a Truck Driver?
There have been stable employment numbers in this industry over recent years. There are currently 137,200 people employed as a Truck Driver in Australia, compared to 135,400 five years ago. Truck Drivers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Truck Driver?
A Certificate II in Driving Operations is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Truck Driver. You’ll cover 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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A Truck Driver operates heavy vehicles to transport goods. You might make local deliveries or transport freight over long distances. Truck Drivers might assist with loading and unloading and complete relevant paperwork before they leave and on arrival at a destination. You might have to conduct safety checks on your truck and ensure traffic laws and load limitations are adhered to.
Truck Drivers should be safe operators and able to work to a delivery schedule. It’s important that you can follow correct procedures and understand relevant transport laws. Truck Drivers often work on their own, but you may have to communicate clearly with colleagues during loading and unloading processes.
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