Vehicle Loading Crane (Class CV)

TLILIC0012 - Licence to Operate a Vehicle Loading Crane (capacity 10 metre tonnes and above)

Get Qualified on the Gear that Keeps Townsville Moving. The Vehicle Loading Crane (CV) is the ultimate tool for the modern transport and logistics professional. At Asset Training Academy, we provide the technical and practical training required to operate truck-mounted cranes safely. Whether you are delivering construction materials or mining equipment, our CV course ensures you can load and unload with total confidence.


Course Overview

This nationally recognised unit provides the skills and knowledge required to operate a vehicle loading crane with a capacity of 10 metre tonnes or more. Our 3-to-4-day intensive course focuses on the unique stability requirements of truck-mounted cranes, including outrigger setup and the management of varied loads in diverse roadside and site environments.

The Asset Training Academy Advantage

Transport Industry Focus: We teach you the logic of load distribution and how to manage crane operations without compromising the stability of your vehicle

100% Face-to-Face: No online shortcuts. You get hands-on coaching and direct feedback from our local Townsville trainers

Modern Equipment: Train on industry-standard vehicle loading cranes (over 10 metre tonnes) to ensure your skills are site-ready

Local Family Business: We understand the North Queensland transport sector and what employers are looking for in a safe operator

Enrolment Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.

Provide 100 points of Identification (e.g., Passport, Driver’s Licence, Medicare Card).

Have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Possess a basic level of English literacy and numeracy.

Wear closed in shoes


What you will Learn

Crane & Vehicle Setup: Deploying outriggers and soleplates correctly to ensure a stable lifting platform

Load Chart Application: Reading and interpreting crane capacity based on boom extension and radius

Precision Lifting: Mastering the controls to slew, luff, and hoist loads smoothly between the truck and the ground

Weight Distribution: Understanding how crane operations affect the vehicle’s centre of gravity

Hazard Management: Identifying overhead powerlines, traffic flow, and ground personnel in busy delivery zones

Pre-Start & Post-Start Checks: Comprehensive inspections of the crane, hydraulics, and mounting bolts

Course Duration and Cost

Duration: 3–4 Days

Cost: $1,200

Outcome: Upon successful completion, you will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment and the paperwork required to apply for your High Risk Work Licence (Class CV) with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ)