Bridge & Gantry Crane Licence Townsville
Take the Next Step in Industrial Logistics and Lifting!
Based right here in Garbutt, Asset Training Academy is your local, family-owned destination for accredited Bridge and Gantry Crane (CB) training.
Our practical, hands-on courses deliver the essential skills, safety knowledge, and industry confidence needed to maneuver heavy overhead loads safely across workshop, manufacturing, and industrial sites. Secure your spot and book your seat today to get licensed!
TLILIC0016- Licence to Operate a Bridge and Gantry Crane (CB)
Everything you need to know before you book your seat.
Click on the sections below to explore the full course structure, mandatory entry requirements, local pricing guarantees, and what to expect on assessment day.
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No Prior Experience Needed:
Whether you’ve never operated an overhead crane before or you’re an experienced tradesperson looking to upskill for manufacturing, workshop, or heavy industrial sites, our supportive, accredited trainers will guide you through every single step.
We break down load stability, rated capacity calculations, and multi-axis overhead crane controls into clear, easy-to-understand steps—pacing your practical yard time to your individual confidence level. No matter your experience level, you are in exceptionally safe hands.
Course Overview:
Unit Code: TLILIC0016- Licence to Operate a Bridge and Gantry Crane. Training and assessment are delivered by Halo Nation Training Pty Ltd (RTO ID: 32485).
This course provides the formal training and practical skills required to operate a bridge and gantry crane safely. This is a nationally recognised unit.
Your 3-Phase Journey to Success:
Phase 1 (Pre-Course Study): Get your digital learning materials instantly upon booking. Review them at your own pace to easily prepare for the theory components.
Phase 2 (Hands-On Training): Complete intensive practical driving and logbook hours with our team at our central Garbutt facility.
Phase 3 (The Final Assessment): Secure your ticket via three nationally regulated components: a closed-book theory paper, a practical math calculations section, and a hands-on driving evaluation.
What You Walk Away With:
The moment you pass, we will issue you your Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS). This paperwork serves as your legal interim licence, meaning you can step onto a job site and legally operate a bridge and gantry crane for work right away. It also acts as your official compliance document, which you will then use to lodge your application online with WorkSafe QLD to secure your permanent, physical High-Risk Work Licence photo card. (Please note: You must submit this paperwork online within 60 days of passing your test or the results become invalid by law. WorkSafe QLD also charges a separate government licensing fee at the time of your online submission).
Our staff are here to help you with every single phase of your journey, and we will gladly guide you and answer any questions you have along the way.
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Training That Fits Your Work Life.
Getting certified shouldn’t mean putting your work or life on hold. We offer flexible scheduling pathways designed to fit around rostered days off, busy shifts, and full-time work. Choose the delivery option that works best for you:
☀️ Weekdays
Best for: Shift workers, job seekers, or anyone looking to get ticketed on a weekday.
The Benefit: Complete your full training and assessment across two consecutive weekday.
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To step foot in the training yard, regulatory compliance requires that all students meet the following criteria:
Age: Must be 18 years of age or older.
ID: Must bring 3 points of physical ID or official digital ID (including at least one valid photo ID like a Driver's License or Passport).
Unique Student Identifier (USI): You must possess and provide a valid USI number.
Language & Literacy: You must have a basic command of the English language (both written and verbal) to complete mandatory safety logs and high-risk assessments.
Payment Terms: A deposit or full payment is required to secure your seat at the time of booking. All outstanding course fees must be finalised in full prior to course commencement. For corporate bookings, an approved Purchase Order (PO) must be supplied before day one.
Mandatory Pre-Enrolment: Once you book your seat, you will receive an email to complete your registration. Please fill this out right away so our team can get your student portal set up and ready before day one.
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Safety is our number one priority in the training yard. Please ensure you arrive wearing the correct gear so you can get straight onto the machines:
Mandatory Footwear: Fully enclosed shoes are strictly required to enter the training yard.
Workwear: Please wear comfortable, sun-safe clothing suitable for a practical work environment.
ID: Must bring 3 points of physical ID or official digital ID (including at least one valid photo ID like a Driver's License or Passport).
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Sitting a high-risk machine assessment can be intimidating, and test-day nerves happen to the best of us. Our trainers spend quality time with you in the practical training area so you feel thoroughly prepared before sitting your test.
Bridge and Gantry Crane operations involve specialised overhead machinery and dedicated practical scheduling, so if you do not pass a component of your assessment on the first attempt, standard re-assessment fees will apply. If this happens, don't worry—our team will debrief you on the exact areas to focus on, give you targeted guidance, and work with you to re-book your testing day so you can walk away with your licence with total confidence.
(Please note: Asset Training Academy Terms & Conditions apply to all course assessments and re-assessment guarantees).
FAQs
What happens after you pass your assessment:
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Upon successful completion of this course, you will:
Earn a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment (SOA) for TLILIC0016- Licence to Operate a Bridge and Gantry Crane.
Receive your Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) immediately from your assessor.
Be fully qualified to lodge your application for a High Risk Work Licence (Class CB) directly through Workplace Health & Safety Queensland (WHSQ).
Acquire the professional proficiency required to safely maneuver bridge and gantry cranes, interpret load charts, and efficiently execute precision overhead lifting operations on-site.
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Once you receive your Course Assessment Summary (CAS) upon successfully completing the course, you must jump online, pay your state licensing fee, and submit your application directly through the Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) portal. Apply online here.
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You must lodge your Candidate Assessment Summary (CAS) paperwork online with WorkSafe QLD within 60 days of passing your practical test. If you miss this 60-day window, your assessment results become invalid by law, and you will have to re-sit the course.
WorkSafe QLD charges an independent licensing fee to issue your physical photo card. This fee is paid directly to the government during your online lodgement and is not included in your Asset Training Academy course fee.
Warning: If you miss the 60-day window, your assessment results become completely invalid by law, and you will have to pay to re-sit the entire course.
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Once issued, your permanent physical photo card licence is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. The exact expiry date will be clearly printed on the front of your card.
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WorkSafe QLD offers a strict 12-month grace period from your expiry date to renew your licence online without having to retrain.
Please note: You cannot legally operate a bridge and gantry crane at work during this grace window while your licence is expired.
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If you pass the 12-month grace window, your licence can no longer be renewed administratively. To legally operate a bridge and gantry crane again, you are required by law to re-enrol in the course, complete the training, and pass a brand-new high-risk assessment.
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