Year in review 2021/22
A snapshot of some of HVIA's achievements and benefits to our members during the last financial year.
HVIA campaign to build pipeline of new starters
Members are invited to get involved in a new HVIA campaign showcasing career opportunities in the heavy vehicle industry to school leavers and other job seekers.
EOI for Queensland Apprentice trials
Queensland based HVIA members are invited to consider trialling an apprenticeship candidate free of charge who is work ready through the Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
Truck driving apprenticeship to become a reality
“Certificate III in Driving Operations” will see the transport and logistics industry work with states and territory governments to develop a truck driving apprenticeship for the first time.
Is a career with heavy vehicles fate or destiny?
Sometimes, in the face of our problems and challenges, we need to take inspiration from our successes, because the answers might be right under our nose. One of those is hosting Schools to Industry tours of the Brisbane Truck Show.
HVIA State Committee online special recording – Dec 2021
This is a special recording of the December 2021 HVIA State Committee meeting as the live stream experienced technical difficulties.
HVIA supports TAFE Skillstech Apprentice Awards
Sam Gray was named the TAFE Queensland Skillstech 2021 Heavy Vehicle Apprentice of the Year, sponsored by HVIA, at a gala event in Brisbane last week.
HVIA community partnership delivering skills to industry
The Queensland Department of Education has produced a video highlighting the successful partnership between HVIA and Brisbane's Glenala Senior High School, supporting their Trades Skills Centre.
A pipeline of skilled, smart tradies
A flexible system and a refreshing focus on industry gives HVIA hope that there will be a pipeline of highly educated and enthusiastic tradespeople for many years to come.
Electromobility – a new set of skills challenges
Before the roll-out of zero emissions trucks can happen in earnest, there are a range of significant common challenges that will require a coordinated and strategic approach to resolve.
HVIA interactive online training endorsed to improve heavy vehicle safety
HVIA's “Safety Through Education” project will receive key funding through the NHVR’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative, supported by the Federal Government.
An online Associate Degree in Engineering with zero course fees
A partnership between the Australian Government and UniSA gives small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) the opportunity to enrol their employees into their 100% online Associate Degree in Engineering with zero course fees.