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
* 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
* 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
* 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
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