Vehicle Operator

This role may involve operating light or heavy vehicles, depending on the specific industry or employer, and includes tasks such as loading and unloading cargo, following designated routes and schedules, conducting routine vehicle inspections, and adhering to road safety regulations.

Vehicle Operators often work independently but must communicate effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and customers to ensure timely deliveries and service. Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and a commitment to safety are essential in this role.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $80,600
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a vehicle operator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
TLI42622

Certificate IV in Train Driving
On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$1,962 - $8,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Train Driver Vehicle Operator Operations Officer
Train Controller Technical Officer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Train Driver Vehicle Operator Operations Officer Train Controller Technical Officer + 2 more
TLI32721

Certificate III in Track Protection
On Campus
6 weeks
$0 - $4,000
  • Completed Certificate II in Track Protection or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Protection Officer Track Worker Vehicle Operator
Safety Officer Operations Coordinator
+ 2 more
  • Completed Certificate II in Track Protection or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
Rail Protection Officer Track Worker Vehicle Operator Safety Officer Operations Coordinator + 2 more
TLI27221

Certificate II in Rail Track Vehicle Driving
On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $4,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Machine Operator Rail Infrastructure Worker Plant Operator
Vehicle Operator Machine Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Machine Operator Rail Infrastructure Worker Plant Operator Vehicle Operator Machine Operator + 2 more
TLID0012

Operate a Vehicle-Mounted Loading Crane
On Campus, Traineeship
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mobile Crane Operator Loader Operator Construction Labourer
Vehicle Operator Plant Operator Machine Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mobile Crane Operator Loader Operator Construction Labourer Vehicle Operator Plant Operator Machine Operator + 3 more
RIIVEH305F

Operate and Maintain a Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $570
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Civil Construction Plant Operator Vehicle Operator
Farmhand Forestry Worker Firefighter Surveyor Assistant Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Labourer Civil Construction Plant Operator Vehicle Operator Farmhand Forestry Worker Firefighter Surveyor Assistant Emergency Services Officer (ESO) + 5 more
RIIMPO208F

Operate Support Equipment
On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Equipment Operator Loader Operator Vehicle Operator
General Labourer Civil Construction Plant Operator Traffic Controller Maintenance Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Equipment Operator Loader Operator Vehicle Operator General Labourer Civil Construction Plant Operator Traffic Controller Maintenance Assistant + 4 more
TLISS00224

Rail Operations Fundamentals Skill Set
On Campus
3 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Worker Track Maintainer Railway Shunter
Rail Infrastructure Worker Vehicle Operator Construction Labourer Maintenance Assistant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Track Worker Track Maintainer Railway Shunter Rail Infrastructure Worker Vehicle Operator Construction Labourer Maintenance Assistant + 4 more
TLIC3045

Operate road/rail vehicle
On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vehicle Operator Road Maintenance Worker Track Maintainer
Vehicle Driver Equipment Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Vehicle Operator Road Maintenance Worker Track Maintainer Vehicle Driver Equipment Operator + 2 more
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