OVERVIEW
We deliver on-site forklift training in Brisbane at our state-of-the-art facility in Virginia. This forklift course is taught across 2 days, making it easy to get forklift certified in Virginia, Chermside, Aspley, North Lakes, Strathpine, and other surrounding Brisbane suburbs.
Who is this course for? If you live or work in Brisbane, this forklift ticket is ideal. You’ll get training from local experts who teach you nationally recognised units and offer localised insights into Brisbane trade industries.
You’ll get complete forklift training for working in warehouses, transport hubs, construction sites, and manufacturing environments around Brisbane, such as along the Australia TradeCoast.
Course Details
To legally operate a forklift in Brisbane, you need a Class LF forklift licence, regulated by WorkSafe Queensland. Complete Major Training’s forklift licence Brisbane course to gain the skills and knowledge required to drive a forklift.
What skills will you learn?
- Plan and design forklift operations in the workplace
- Conduct routine safety checks, inspections, and risk assessments
- Move loads safely and efficiently
- Secure equipment at the end of a shift
- Follow Brisbane-specific work health and safety procedures
After you complete your Brisbane forklift licence course, you’ll get a statement of attainment that allows you to apply for your high-risk work (HRW) licence from WorkSafe QLD – make sure you do so within 60 days of completing this training.
What's INCLUDED:
Entry Requirements
Brisbane residents and workers must follow these entry requirements:
- Be able to read and write basic English (Workplace Health and Safety requirement)
- Pass a language, literacy & numeracy assessment (LLN)
- Minimum 18 years of age (Workplace Health and Safety requirement)
- Provide three forms of identification.
- Wear steel-capped or safety boots on site (sun protection such as a hat, long-sleeved shirt, and pants are also recommended).
These requirements ensure all applicants can lawfully perform work and safely attend training in line with work health and high-risk regulations.
Forklift Licence Brisbane Career Pathways
Holding a forklift licence in Brisbane opens up many jobs and career pathways. Brisbane is a hub of industry, especially around the port, airport, and the Australia TradeCoast, and there are plenty of trade jobs in sectors like construction, electrotechnology, manufacturing, and shipping – all of which need forklift drivers.
Possible Roles
Potential wages could be in the region of $60,000 to $65,000 per year or around $32 per hour
Delivery Options
We deliver training at our dedicated facility in Virginia, Brisbane. Our site has been designed to maximise practical teaching, including simulated work environments and fully equipped classrooms. Our Brisbane site is located in the Northern Industrial Area, serving the suburbs of Geebung, Northgate, Nudgee, and Banyo.
You’ll receive two days of formal classes, covering theoretical knowledge and practical assessments, plus several hours of online study. Enrol in our forklift licence course in Brisbane today!
Utilise Major's well-equipped sites across South East Queensland (SEQ) for your training needs. We have popular industry courses running weekly.
Major also run courses in Northern NSW. Contact us today to learn more about undertaking a course in Northern NSW.
Course Details
FULL FORKLIFT TRAINING & ASSESSMENT COURSE
Duration: 2 days
Time: 6.30am to 3pm
- Both the formal and informal requirements of the training are completed in a controlled environment at our training site in Virginia.
- Everything you need from start to finish.
- 25 hours of high-quality training over 2 days delivered by our knowledgeable team.
- Course runs from Monday to Wednesday every week and we occasionally run a Wednesday to Friday course.
- Students are trained to a competency level suitable to achieve all elements of the assessment.
- Assessments are on Wednesdays.
- All theory paperwork is done on our LMS by the student prior to coming on day one. This is an intensive course and coursework needs to be completed prior to the first day of training.
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What You'll Pay
FULL FORKLIFT TRAINING & ASSESSMENT COURSE:
$695.00
FORMAL FORKLIFT TRAINING & ASSESSMENT COURSE
Experienced Operators Course
Funded Options
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Student Support
Study Information
View our comprehensive resource hub and explore more information about payment options, student support, credit transfer/RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning), assessment methods, and the wealth of resources available to enhance your educational journey.
We accept a range of payment options:
- Credit Card via our secure payment gateway
- Study Now and Pay Later with up to 12 Months Interest-Free -> Learn More Here
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At Major Training Group, we aim to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their studies and that is why students have access to a range of support options to help them along the way. They include:
- Additional practical training sessions
- Extended learning time
- Alternative training methods and resources
- Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training
- Recognition of previous learning and experience to speed up the process.
Students with prior industry experience may be eligible for RPL. Students may also qualify for credit transfer if they can demonstrate prior qualifications and/or statements of attainment. You can learn more about credit transfer and RPL
We use a variety of assessment methods including;
- Online
- Paper
- Video
- Q&A
- Demonstration
- Short written answers
- Longer written answers
- Third-party observation
- Knowledge skills observation
- Employer reports
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We maintain an impressive 95% pass rate and offer additional support where needed to ensure every student's success.

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Please phone our office on 1300 790 822 to discuss your licensing and training requirements or enquire online.
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