Certified Pilot Vehicle Driver Course (New)

Overview

Have you ever seen vehicles at the front and back of a truck that's carrying a massive load? Those vehicles are 'pilot vehicles' and this is the course to be able to do it! This pilot vehicle operator course is a requirement for those who wish to apply for a pilot escort licence through VicRoads. You will develop the skills and knowledge required by pilot vehicle operators to control traffic in the vicinity of an oversized vehicle.

Duration

2 sessions

Requirements

• Level 1: Level 1 pilot vehicle driver in Victoria is required to hold a full driver's licence and drive a vehicle complying with the requirements of the Heavy Vehicle National Law.
• Level 2: To qualify as a Level 2 or CPVD applicants wishing to participate must have a minimum of 12 months' comprehensive experience in piloting oversize loads (minimum of 20 oversize load movements during the last 12 months). Level 2 pilot vehicle drivers or CPVD are required to hold a full driver's licence (not probationary), drive a vehicle complying with the Heavy Vehicle National Law and have successfully completed the following training through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

A Certified Pilot Driver's Authority expires 3 years after date of issue (of the Traffic Control certificate) and will only be renewed if written proof is provided of continuous piloting work over the previous 3 years to VicRoads. You are required to apply to VicRoads for your renewal - your renewal will not automatically be forwarded to you. If such proof is not provided and/or a Certified Pilot Authority has been expired for more than 12 months, a renewal will not be issued. The applicant will need to reapply for another Authority and will be required to provide all the information, including attend a training course, pass the assessments again, and obtain a Statement of Attainment for the unit of competency in traffic control.

Applications for renewal should be made online and documented proof of continuous piloting work over the past 3 years, together with a new Traffic Control certificate (Statement of Attainment). A renewal fee is applicable at the time of application. See https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/business-and-industry/heavy-vehicle-industry/escort-and-pilot-vehicles/driver-of-pilot-vehicles for further information.

Please also note there are NO canteen facilities available at our Logic Campus. There are vending machines with limited options available and a BP Service Station located within 5 minutes' drive of the campus, otherwise bring your own food and drink when completing a course at our Logic Campus.

Assessment

The theory and practical assessments will enable students to demonstrate their underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes required to meet the course outcomes.

Other Information

The Pilot Vehicle course (5 units of competency) is held for 2 split days. The price is $520 pp

Skills Developed

• Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator
• Pilot or escort oversized and/or over-massed loads
• Use pilot and escort communication
• Coordinate breakdowns and emergencies
• Carry out vehicle inspection

Certification

• By successfully completing this course you will receive an AQF Statement of Attainment
• Course is certified by VicRoads

Compulsory Units

Fees

Fees Additional Information

The student tuition fees published are indicative only and can be subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.

Materials

• Reference books
• Learning resources
• Safety vest

Careers

• Pilot vehicle operator

How To Apply

Applying for a course at Wodonga TAFE is a simple 4-5 step process. You can learn more here: Understanding the application process