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Truck driver

Drive a rigid or heavy truck to move goods around a city, between cities or interstate.

You need the right licence class

Driving a vehicle without the right licence class is an offence and can void insurance. Check the class you need with your state's transport authority.

What you do

You drive a truck to move goods, and you load and unload it. You check the truck regularly so it is safe to drive. You keep loads within weight limits, secure and cover the goods, and check delivery documents.

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

Licences and tickets

New South Wales

Required by lawYou cannot legally do this work without it.
  • Heavy combination licence (class HC)

    Issued by State and territory road transport agencies (for example Service NSW, VicRoads, Transport and Main Roads QLD)

    Licence

    Every state

    Required to drive an articulated vehicle with 3 or more axles, or a truck towing a trailer over 9 tonnes GVM. You need the class that matches the truck you drive.

    SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

    How to get it
  • Heavy rigid truck licence (class HR)

    Issued by State and territory road transport agencies (for example Service NSW, VicRoads, Transport and Main Roads QLD)

    Licence

    Every state

    Required to drive a rigid truck with 3 or more axles over 8 tonnes. You need the class that matches the truck you drive.

    SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

    How to get it
  • Medium rigid truck licence (class MR)

    Issued by State and territory road transport agencies (for example Service NSW, VicRoads, Transport and Main Roads QLD)

    Licence

    Every state

    Required to drive a rigid truck with 2 axles over 8 tonnes. You need the class that matches the truck you drive.

    SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

    How to get it
Helps you stand outNot required, but it can help you get hired.

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Common questions

What licences or tickets do you need to work as a Truck driver?
In every state the law requires: Heavy combination licence (class HC), Heavy rigid truck licence (class HR) and Medium rigid truck licence (class MR). Pick your state on this page to see who issues each one and how to get it.
What are median earnings for a Truck driver?
Median earnings: $1,960 a week before tax (full-time workers, all experience levels, national; may cover a wider occupation group).