Truckie training commences at Collie
A pilot programme which offers complete training for truck drivers was announced by Sue Ellery, Minister of Education and Training yesterday, accompanied by the WA Premier, Mark McGowan. The new course is titled the Heavy Haulage Driving Operations Skill Set, and is endorsed by the Western Roads Federation. It was developed following considerable industry consultation and will fill key skills gaps for this essential service. The course runs for five weeks and will teach of a range of skills that encompass the entire truck driving experience including time and personal safety and management such as eating well, sleeping management and more. The five-week course will help jobseekers increase their employability by giving participants eight units of competency from the Certificate…