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Tanker Driver

OSCA 713232·ANZSCO 733114

Employed

3,300

Part-time share

10.8%

Female share

4%

Median age

52 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Courses linked to this job include Certificate IV in Specialist Driving Operations.

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About this career

Drives a tanker truck, requiring a specially endorsed class of licence, to transport bulk liquids.

What they typically do

  • Inspects and maintains a tanker truck to ensure it is in proper working condition
  • Loads and unloads bulk liquids into the tanker truck
  • Drives the tanker truck to transport bulk liquids to designated locations
  • Follows all safety regulations and procedures while operating the tanker truck
  • Monitors the levels and conditions of bulk liquids during transportation
  • Completes necessary paperwork and documentation for each delivery

Where they work

Transport, Postal and Warehousing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
29.5%
NSW
26.4%
VIC
22.3%
WA
11.7%
SA
6.5%
TAS
2.2%
NT
0.9%
ACT
0.4%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Tanker Driver.

  • Certificate IV in Specialist Driving Operations

    TLI40122 · AQF 4 · 5 providers

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