To be eligible for this certificate, you must:
- be 18 years or older
- be medically fit to drive and capable of performing the role
- hold a driver licence authorising you to drive the class of vehicle relevant to the certificate you are applying for
- have a suitable criminal history and traffic history
- meet the following competency requirements.
The following competency requirements must be met to show you have the ability to drive a tow truck:
- Have held an Australian driver licence authorising you to drive a motor vehicle of the class for which the certificate is sought for a continuous period of 3 years immediately before an application for the certificate is made.
or
- Demonstrate by a practical driving test that you have the ability to drive and properly control a tow truck of the class for which the certificate is sought. This includes:
- demonstrating competence in driving the tow truck whilst towing a motor vehicle
- having the ability to position a tow truck and correctly prepare a motor vehicle for towing
- having a thorough knowledge of the correct procedures for towing.
A current New Zealand driver licence with a vehicle recovery endorsement may be recognised and transferred to the equivalent Queensland Tow Truck Driver Certificate for the same vehicle classes.
