Expression of Interest – Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Truck Driver Traineeship (Certificate III in Driving Operations)

Job Description

Expression of Interest – Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Truck Driver Traineeship (Certificate III in Driving Operations)

📍 Multiple locations across Queensland
🕒 Full-time or Part-time | 12–18 month traineeship

Australian Training Works (ATW) is inviting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to register their interest in upcoming Truck Driver Traineeships with major corporate host employers across Queensland.

This is a genuine career pathway into the transport, logistics and supply chain industry, one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia.

About the traineeship

This is a paid job where you will work with a large corporate employer while completing a Certificate III in Driving Operations over 12 to 18 months.

You will gain hands-on experience, professional mentoring and nationally recognised qualifications that lead to long-term employment in the heavy vehicle and logistics industry.

Licences and tickets you will gain

As part of this traineeship, you will be supported to obtain industry-required licences and certifications, including:

• MR (Medium Rigid) Driver Licence

• HR (Heavy Rigid) Driver Licence

• HC (Heavy Combination) Driver Licence (where required)

• Forklift Licence (LF)

• Load Restraint & Chain of Responsibility

• Fatigue Management

• Dangerous Goods Awareness (where applicable)

• Workplace Health & Safety training

These licences are highly valuable and recognised across the transport industry nationwide.

What you’ll be doing

Depending on your host employer, you may be involved in:

• Driving heavy vehicles

• Delivering freight and goods

• Loading and unloading trucks

• Using forklifts and equipment

• Completing delivery paperwork

• Working in warehouses and distribution centres

• Learning logistics and transport operations

Who this is for

We are looking for people who:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander

• Want a long-term career, not just a job

• Are reliable and motivated

• Are willing to learn and follow safety procedures

• Hold (or are willing to obtain) a C class driver licence

No previous truck driving experience is required — we train you from the ground up.

Why start your career with ATW

• Paid employment while you train

• Nationally recognised qualification

• High-demand industry with excellent wages

• Opportunities to move into permanent, full-time roles

• Ongoing support from ATW’s Indigenous Employment and Training team

• Pathways into logistics, fleet management and transport operations

How to register your interest

Submit your Expression of Interest by providing:

• Your resume

• A short cover letter about why you want to become a truck driver

Apply via the ATW Jobs Board or contact us for further information.

Additional Information

Occupation:
Truck Driver

Occupation Category:
Transport, Drivers, Air, Sea and Rail Transport, Logistics and Warehousing

Closing Date:
31/12/2027

Available Positions:
99

Job Requirements:

Applicants require their Own Car ?

Applicants require their Driver Licence?

Applicants require Police Check?

Applicants require Working with Children Check?