TLILIC2015 - Medium Rigid (MR) Driving Licence Course

Course Details

Course Location

Hallam, Ballarat and Sale

Unit of Competency

TLILIC2015 – Licence to drive a medium rigid vehicle

Entry Requirements

Drivers participating in this course must have held a Australian Car Licence for a minimum period of 12 months.

Ratio

Student/Instructor Ratio 1:1

Duration

From 8 hours

Assessment

How to Get Your MR Licence

6 simple steps with Transport Driver Training

Check eligibility

Australian car licence12 months minimum

Study the Handbook

Victorian Truck & Bus Drivers' Handbook — free from VicRoads or $15 at TDT.

Book your course

HallamBallaratSale

Complete training

1:1 theory and practical sessions with your TDT instructor.

Sit your assessment

Theory (KT4)Off-road skillsOn-road drive

Get your licence

Temporary licence issued on the day. Permanent card arrives in 7–10 business days.

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Accredited pathway only

Receive Statement of Attainment

TLILIC2015 — a nationally recognised qualification for employment.

Ready to get your MR licence? Call us on 1800 350 320

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A Medium Rigid (MR) licence allows you to drive any 2-axle rigid vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) over 8 tonnes.

Includes: rigid trucks, buses, tippers, and flat-tops.

Does not include: articulated or multi-axle vehicles (HR, HC, MC licence required).

Also permits: driving all lighter licence categories (LR and below)

Overview

This course is a VicRoads-approved training program designed to prepare you for the full VicRoads testing criteria – theory, skills assessment, and on-road practical driving.
TDT Australia is an accredited heavy vehicle training and testing provider, which means we can conduct your licence assessment and upload your results directly to the VicRoads partner portal.
Upon successful completion, you will receive your Victorian Medium Rigid driver’s licence, and – if you chose the accredited pathway – a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment (TLILIC2015) for employment and compliance purposes.

MR Training Pathways

The nationally accredited course (TLILIC2015) includes a Statement of Attainment – a formal qualification recognised by employers and industry bodies – in addition to your VicRoads licence.

The licence-only option focuses on practical driving skills and the VicRoads test only, without a formal qualification. The choice depends on whether a recognised qualification or just a heavy vehicle licence is required.

MR Licence Training Objectives

This course is designed to train drivers to a competent standard in both theory
and practical, which will enable them to pass the relevant VicRoads testing criteria for theory, skills and practical driving for the Medium Rigid Licence.

Medical Conditions & Special Circumstances

Safety Requirements & What to Bring

For the safety of all students and instructors, the following requirements apply to all TDT training sessions:

Footwear: Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Thongs, sandals, and open-toe footwear are not permitted on any training vehicle.
Clothing: Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing suitable for extended periods of driving.
Identification: Bring your current Victorian driver’s licence to every session.
Handbook: Victorian Bus and Truck Drivers’ Handbook (bring on the day, or purchase at TDT for $15).
Medical disclosures: If you take prescribed medication or have a health condition that may affect your driving fitness, you must advise TDT at the time of booking.

Why Choose TDT

Licence Upgrade Pathway

Your MR licence is just the beginning. The heavy vehicle licence pathway in Victoria progresses as follows:

TDT offers training for all licence classes in the pathway:

HR Licence Training (TLILIC2016)

HC Licence Training (TLILIC3017)

Multi-Combination Licence Training (TLILIC3018)

IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU ENROLL -This is a VicRoads-approved course. Participants may choose to receive a Statement of Attainment for a nationally recognised unit of competency* (TLILIC2015-Licence to drive a medium rigid vehicle). Upon successful completion, trainees will be issued with their Victorian Medium Rigid licence and, where applicable, their Statement of Attainment.*Must be confirmed at the time of the booking. Additional criteria and feesIMPORTANT: Course duration/costs do not guarantee students will sit the on road licence test. To be eligible to test, students MUST first meet VicRoads criteria. If criteria are NOT met students will not be able to undergo the on road test and will continue to train for the duration of the course. Additional costs will apply if students book subsequent training and/or testing.

IMPORTANT: Course duration/costs do not guarantee students will sit the on road licence test. To be eligible to test, students MUST first meet VicRoads criteria. If criteria are NOT met students will not be able to undergo the on road test and will continue to train for the duration of the course. Additional costs will apply if students book subsequent training and/or testing.

Price Details

Medium Rigid

Extreme Novice

$1,350.00

Hourly Training (Minimum 2 hrs for weekdays, Minimum 4 hrs for weekends)

Heavy Vehicle (MR, HR, HC & MC) per hour

$184.00

Assessment Fee (this can only be offered in conjunction with training)

$368.00

Heavy Vehicle Retest

KT4 Retest

$50.00

(On Road) Drive Retest

$368.00

(Off Road) Both Reverse Retest

$184.00

Other Charges

Weekend Fee (Applied per person, per day)

15%

Truck Handbook

$15.00

Verbal Theory Test

$150.00

Endorsement fee (payable at TDT Training) *A card payment fee applies when using VISA or Mastercard.

$70.00

FAQs

What are the prerequisites for MR licence training with TDT?

To enrol in MR licence training with TDT, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Hold a current Victorian car licence (or equivalent Australian licence) for a minimum of 12 months without any cancellations or suspensions
Probationary P1 and P2 holders may apply – minimum holding periods still apply
Overseas licence holders must obtain written approval from VicRoads before training can commence
Applicants with a medical condition or on prescribed medication may require a VicRoads medical clearance prior to commencement
Any history of licence disqualification or Fines Victoria sanctions must be disclosed at the time of booking

What do I need to bring to MR licence training?

Bring your current Victorian driver’s licence and any other required identification documents. For the practical elements of the medium rigid truck licence course, you should wear comfortable clothing for driving and closed-toe shoes.

What can I drive with an MR driver’s licence?

An MR driver’s licence in Victoria allows you to drive a rigid vehicle with 2 axles and a GVM of more than 8 tonnes. This includes trucks, buses, and other medium-sized commercial vehicles.

What is a medium rigid vehicle?

A Medium Rigid vehicle is any 2-axle rigid vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 8 tonnes. This includes medium trucks, rigid buses, tippers, and similar commercial vehicles. The MR licence is the first step in the heavy vehicle licence pathway in Victoria.

Common MR vehicles include:

Medium rigid trucks (delivery, freight, tipper)
Rigid buses and minibuses (over 8 tonnes GVM)
Concrete agitator trucks and similar specialised rigid vehicles

What jobs can I get with a MR Licence?

An MR licence opens the door to a wide range of employment across multiple industries nationally:

Public Transport (private minibuses or shuttles)
Courier and Delivery Services (food, freight and furniture delivery)
Construction and Trades (medium-sized trucks for equipment/material transport)
Emergency Services (certain specialised vehicles)
Freight and Logistics
Food and beverage distribution

Does the Medium Rigid Licence training course cover automatic and manual vehicles?

Yes. At TDT Training Australia, we offer the training course using both manual and automatic vehicles. You can take the training course using either transmission. Contact the team at TDT Training Australia today if you have any questions about this aspect of the training.

What is an MR Licence, and how do I get one?

You can gain your MR Licence after an assessment from TDT Training Australia, an accredited provider. However, there are requirements you should complete before starting the assessment.

Those sitting the test should currently hold:

A current Victorian driver’s licence
An Australian driver’s licence

Those sitting the test should also have passed the following:

An eyesight test
An MR knowledge test
On-road and off-road heavy vehicle driving assessment
A formal training course (heavy combination and multi-combination applicants only)

You can then complete the process in four easy steps:

Step 1: Check your eligibility

The licence categories page provides the minimum requirements for an Australian car licence or a heavy licence category before you attempt to complete the heavy vehicle test.

You can only drive vehicles in the category for which you are licensed or vehicles in lesser categories.

Suspension periods

Suspension periods are excluded when calculating the minimum time required to hold an Australian driver’s licence.

Probationary licence holders

Probationary P1 and P2 driver licence holders may apply for a heavy vehicle licence. Holding periods still apply.

Fines Victoria

If you have a Fines Victoria sanction, the results won’t be valid, and you’ll need to pay for another one (no refunds are available). If you get a Fines Victoria sanction after passing, you will be able to add the heavy vehicle category to your licence once the sanction is removed.

Step 2: Learning to drive a heavy vehicle

First, you must read the Victorian Bus and Truck Drivers’ Handbook [PDF 1.51 Kb].

Learning to drive on the road

TDT Training Australia is an accredited heavy vehicle training and testing provider. We provide a course outline that can help you get your licence.

For safety reasons, our vehicles will always display DRIVER UNDER INSTRUCTION plates at the front and back of the vehicles while conducting your training.

Training to drive a bus

An application is needed for a Commercial Passenger Vehicle and Bus Driver Accreditation to drive a commercial or local bus in Victoria. Visit the Commercial Passenger Vehicles Victoria website or call 1800 638 802 (toll-free) or 03 8683 0768 for more information.

Step 3: Booking heavy vehicle licence assessment

When booking, you must contact an accredited provider like TDT Training Australia and advise us regarding any of the following: 1) if you are currently disqualified from driving in Australia, 2) subjected to a Fines Victoria sanctions, 3) have ever been disqualified from driving or refused a driver’s licence or learner permit in Australia, 4) have ever had your driver’s licence or learner permit cancelled or suspended, 5) wear corrective lenses or a hearing aid, or have a medical condition(s) or physical disability that may affect your driving fitness, and 6) are taking any prescribed medication.

Step 4: Get your licence endorsed

After you’ve completed your heavy vehicle assessment, the accredited provider will upload your application and score sheet to the VicRoads partner portal.

The accredited provider will issue a temporary paper licence with the new licence holding displayed. You’ll receive your new licence card in approximately 7-10 working days.

After your application and scoresheet have been uploaded to your accredited provider’s portal, you will receive a temporary paper licence with the new licence holding. After 7-10 working days, your new licence card can be accepted.

You’ll receive a certificate of confidence and a score sheet if technical issues occur. You may submit these to customer service centres to have your licence endorsed within 12 months of the issue date.

At the visit, you must present your:

Certificate of Competence
Score sheet
Completed licence application form
Driver’s licence or evidence of identity

Once a receipt has been issued, it will take 7-10 working days to have your driver’s licence sent to you.

What are some tips for getting an MR licence?

You will find lessons and tests easier if you already have a licence.

If you hold a manual licence, you have already passed a driving test using a vehicle with a synchromesh gearbox, and you won’t have to do it again. You’ll end up with an MR Condition B Licence, which allows you to drive an MR vehicle with a manual or automatic gearbox.

If you already have an automatic licence and you have completed your practical driving test in an automatic truck, you will automatically receive an MR Condition A Licence, which allows you to drive an MR vehicle with an automatic gearbox only. This can be lifted at a later date.

If eligible, consider doing your HR Licence; it is the next class up and can lead to wider employment opportunities. The price difference is minimal between these two licences.

An HR with a B condition is not as difficult or expensive as the HR open (road ranger) licence, as you do not need to master the double clutching technique.

What is the difference between an MR and HR licence in Australia?

Medium Rigid (MR): Covers 2-axle rigid vehicles with a GVM over 8 tonnes. Entry-level heavy vehicle licence.

Heavy Rigid (HR): Covers rigid vehicles with 3 or more axles, a significantly broader category with more employment opportunities across transport and logistics.

What Is the Difference Between the Accredited Course and the Licence-Only Option?

TDT offers two training pathways for the MR licence:

Nationally Accredited (TLILIC2015): Includes a formal assessment and a Statement of Attainment – a nationally recognised qualification for employment and compliance purposes – in addition to your VicRoads MR licence. Choose this pathway if your employer or industry body requires a formal credential.

Licence-Only: Focuses on the practical driving skills and VicRoads test only. No Statement of Attainment is issued. Choose this pathway if you simply need the VicRoads licence to legally drive MR vehicles.

Your pathway must be confirmed at the time of booking. Additional criteria and fees apply to the accredited pathway.

Why should I choose TDT Training Australia for my MR licence training course?

TDT Training Australia is dedicated to delivering top-tier training courses, ensuring students develop into adept and secure operators rather than just passing examinations. As an Australian-owned and operated institution, our aim is to provide exceptional education and training that bridges skills gaps and unlocks pathways to employment for our students.

We offer comprehensive support throughout your training journey. Learn from our knowledgeable staff, all seasoned with real-world experience, while honing your skills on a selection of up-to-date, industry-standard vehicles. To learn more about our comprehensive array of training and testing programs for vehicles, don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated team today.

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