Reach Stacker Licence Townsville

No Prior Experience Needed:

Whether you’ve never operated heavy equipment before or you’re an experienced plant operator looking to upskill into high-capacity container and heavy industrial laydown operations, our supportive, accredited trainers will guide you through every single step.

We break down complex container calculations and multi-axis machine controls into clear, easy-to-understand steps, pacing the practical yard time to your individual skill level. No matter your experience level, you are in exceptionally safe hands.

Course Overview:

Unit Code: TLILIC0011 -Licence to operate a reach stacker (greater than 3 tonnes capacity). 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 reach stacker 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 reach stacker 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.

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 (Thursday & Friday)

  • 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 weekdays—walk away fully qualified on Friday afternoon and ready for site on Monday.

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.

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.

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 yard so you feel thoroughly prepared before sitting your test.

Reach Stacker operations involve specialised heavy machinery and dedicated yard 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).