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We work closely with business and industry to help goods and services get to their destination efficiently and effectively. We also provide standards information.
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Business awarded, Tenders and contracts, Goods and services procurement…
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RoadTek, Laboratory Registration System
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Framework, Methodology, Templates…
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Standard specification roads, Standard drawings roads, Road planning and design manual…
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Guidelines and class permits, Higher mass limits, Fatigue management…
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Transport operator, Heavy vehicle accreditation, Traffic controller accreditation…
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Taxi industry reform guide, Limousine users guide…
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Rail, Ports, Freight, Aviation…
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For business, For individuals, About Transform…
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Research and development, Innovation, Software
This section contains information about obtaining accreditations, such as driver and rider trainer accreditation, national heavy vehicle accreditation and traffic controller accreditation.
- Approved inspection station
Information on approved inspection stations, including frequently asked questions, applications, amendment of accreditation and reorder forms.
- Approved Person Scheme
Information about how to become an Approved Person.
- Dangerous goods
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is the authority for the safe transport of dangerous goods by road in Qld and is also responsible for the development and implementation of the highest standards to ensure safety of transporters and other road users.
- Dangerous goods and industry licensing fees
This page details the fees, to apply for and renew dangerous goods and industry licensing accreditations.
- Driver and rider trainers
Contains links to information on how to become an accredited driver and rider trainer.
- Heavy Vehicle Registration Assessment Scheme (HVRAS)
Information about how to become an authorised pre-registration inspector under the Heavy Vehicle Registration Assessment Scheme (HVRAS).
- National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme
The National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme has been developed to offer transport operators a means to voluntary comply with regulations. In order to become accredited to the scheme, operators must implement a system in their business that provides documentary and auditable evidence to prove they are complying with the standards.
- Operator accreditation
Information about operator accreditation.
- Pilot and escort vehicle driver
Information for pilot and escort vehicle driver accreditation.
- Queensland Sprayer Certificate
Bitumen sprayers used on Department of Transport and Main Roads projects must have a Queensland Sprayer Certificate issued by the department.
- Rego Easy Scheme
The Rego Easy Scheme allows approved clients to perform limited transactions on behalf of the department.
- Tow trucks
The Tow Truck Act 1973 was established to assist in the management of, and set standards for, the crash related towing industry within regulated areas.
- Traffic controller accreditation scheme
The traffic controller accreditation scheme improves safety for all road users, including traffic controllers.
- Traffic Management Registration Scheme
The Traffic Management Registration Scheme will cover all traffic management companies wishing to undertake work on state-controlled roads and will improve safety and ensure consistency within the traffic management industry.
Business with us
- How business is awarded
Transport and Main Roads is a diverse, decentralised organisation, responsible for the management of the state road network. We trade with many different individuals, companies and authorities. This trade involves both receiving and supplying goods and services.
- Business awarded by Transport and Main Roads
Listing of business awarded by Transport and Main Roads.
- Tenders and contracts
Information for suppliers and contractors
- Goods and services procurement
Important information about trading goods and services to Transport and Main Roads.
- Project Assurance Framework
The Project Assurance Framework (PAF) ensures that project evaluation, procurement and delivery activities are undertaken effectively.
- Alliances
Overview of Transport and Main Roads alliances.
- Public Private Partnerships
A Public Private Partnership is a risk-sharing relationship between the public and private sectors to deliver infrastructure and related services.
We focus on delivering nothing but the best to Queensland and our strong partnerships in both the private and public sectors allow us to maintain that standard.
- About RoadTek
RoadTek is a major provider of road transport infrastructure solutions throughout Queensland.
- Bitumen Sprayer Calibration
Bitumen Sprayer Calibration Certificates must be issued by a NATA accredited inspection body.
- Laboratory Registration System
In collaboration with the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA), the Laboratory Registration System ensures that materials testing standards are enhanced across industry, and provides engineering decision makers with increased confidence in testing services being delivered to Queensland's vast road infrastructure network.
- TTS Civil Training (TTS)
TTS Civil Training (TTS) provides (accredited and non-accredited) technical training and skilling solutions to transport infrastructure providers.
We provide information on heavy vehicle access and permit schemes managed by the department.
- Higher mass limits
Queensland has a policy that allows vehicles fitted with road-friendly suspension to carry more freight on routes that are capable of accepting higher masses.
- Excess mass and dimensions
Vehicles operating under excess mass and/or excess dimension guidelines or permits can potentially damage the road infrastructure and effect the safety of other road users.
- National heavy vehicle reforms
- Multi-combination vehicles
Guidelines for the use of multi-combination vehicles in Queensland.
- Fatigue management
National reforms to combat heavy vehicle driver fatigue are about making the roads safer and fairer, not just for heavy vehicle drivers, but for all road users.
- Compliance and enforcement
The Queensland Government has introduced a new transport legislation based on the National Road Transport Reform (Compliance and Enforcement) Bill 2003.
- Heavy vehicle guidelines and class permits
The Department of Transport and Main Roads has established guidelines to help road transport industry operators comply with the law.
- Mass import management scheme
Information on the Mass Import Management Scheme.
- Stability safety technologies
- Performance based standards
The Performance Based Standards Scheme provides industry additional opportunities to innovate, resulting in improved productivity for a given freight task, safer performance and the least possible effects on roads and bridges. The scheme focuses on how well the vehicle behaves on the road, rather than how big and heavy (length and mass) it is, through a set of safety and infrastructure protection standards.
We provide information on road system research, development and innovation. We also provide road systems and engineering software.
- Software
Transport and Main Roads produces computer software that can be used on road related projects.
- Research and development
Transport and Main Roads utilises a dedicated innovative workforce to implement its R&D vision.
- Innovation
ITS is transforming the way our transport systems operate. Queensland Transport and Main Roads is leading the nation in ITS applications.
Information about taxi and limousine services and licences.
- Taxi bailment
Information on taxi bailment
- Limousine Users Guide
The Limousine Users Guide has been developed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads in consultation with industry to assist individuals and businesses in choosing an authorised limousine operator.
- Special Purpose Limousines
The introduction of Special Purpose Limousines (SPL) on 3 November 2008 saw an increase in the types of vehicles that are able to provide limousine services in Queensland. Special Purpose Limousines are restricted to providing wedding, formal and tourist services.
- Disability Discrimination Act Reference Group
The Taxi Industry Disability Discrimination Act reference group is chaired by the Department of Transport and Main Roads with representation from the Queensland taxi industry.
- Limousine Strategic Planning Committee
- Regional limousine service licences
The Department of Transport and Main Roads commenced sale of regional limousine service licences on 1 July 2007. The areas approved for these new areas are Capricornia, far north Queensland and north Queensland.
- Taxi Industry Advisory Committee
The Taxi Industry Advisory Committee (TIAC) was established by the Minister for Transport, to assist both the Minister and the Department of Transport and Main Roads in progressing major priority initiatives identified under the Taxi Strategic Plan and prioritise its policy and legislative agenda to best address the needs of the taxi industry as a whole.
- Taxi Industry Health and Safety Committee
The Review of Taxi Driver Remuneration and Conditions of Work recommended the establishment of a Taxi Industry Health and Safety Committee. The review examined options to improve working conditions for taxi drivers and identified Queensland taxi drivers who are engaged in bailee/bailor relationships and are not subject to Queensland workplace relations laws.
- Taxi Industry Reform Package
An information paper is available to inform interested stakeholders about proposed reforms to the taxi industry. The objective of the reforms is to ensure that a high level of passenger safety and service is delivered by the taxi industry.
- Taxi security cameras
In October 2004, the Queensland Government announced it would fund the supply and installation of security cameras in approximately 2700 taxis in Queensland. It is compulsory for security cameras to be fitted to taxis in the 20 'taxi service contract areas' located throughout Queensland.
- Taxi Strategic Planning Committee
- Taxi subsidy scheme and Vision Impairment Travel Pass
Information about the taxi subsidy scheme, including eligibility requirements and how to apply for membership.
Transform is committed to strengthening the workforce capability of the Queensland transport, logistics and supply chain industry. Our focus is building a highly skilled industry workforce and attracting new career seekers.
- Regional development hubs
Transform operates a number of projects in regional areas throughout Queensland for the purpose of building workforce capability across all sectors of industry.
- Employers
Transform is a centre of support for employers within the transport, logistics and supply chain industry, providing information, advice, advocacy and tailored assistance for your workforce development needs. Transform’s experienced team of workforce capability specialists have helped more than 400 businesses, industry groups and individuals through our programs aimed at improving job pathways and expanding workforce skills.
- Careers
The transport, logistics and supply chain industry offers challenging and rewarding jobs and careers that connect the lives of Queenslanders. Queensland’s economic growth and sustainability relies heavily on efficient transport, logistics and supply chain systems.
- Events
- Recognition
Recognition of the achievements of TLWAG-Q, Transform and those of partners we have assisted plays a vital role in raising the profile and visibility of the transport, logistics and supply chain industry. We are proud of the success we have all achieved in the areas of training, diversity, leadership, best practise, industry and environmental excellence and innovation in skilling.
- About Transform
Transform assists businesses and individuals in the transport, logistics and supply chain industry by developing workforce skills and capability. Transform is a centre of support for the industry providing information, guidance, advocacy and tailored assistance.
- Useful links
Transform assists businesses and individuals in the transport, logistics and supply chain industry by developing workforce skills and capability. We are a centre of support providing information, guidance, advocacy and tailored assistance. Here are some useful links for more information.
- Contact Transform
Contact Transform for advice and assistance on how to strengthen your workforce capability in the Queensland transport, logistics and supply chain industry. Our focus is building a highly skilled industry workforce and attracting new career seekers.
Information on aviation, freight, rail, ports and multi-modal transport sectors.
- Aviation
Air transport responsibilities of the Department of Transport and Main Roads.
- Freight
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is focussed on ensuring that Queensland is well-positioned to capitalise on growth opportunities with a strategy to ensure the safe, efficient and sustainable movement of freight.
- Multimodal — coal and minerals infrastructure
The Department of Transport and Main Roads plays an important role in the expansion of the state's natural resource industries, including our leading export — coal.
- Ports
Ports in Queensland
- Rail services and infrastructure
The Department of Transport and Main Roads develops rail policy advice and is the agency that oversees the provision of rail services and infrastructure.
- Toll roads
The Department of Transport and Main Roads is the agency that oversees toll roads in Queensland, under the provisions of the Transport Infrastructure Act 1994.
Last reviewed: 20 February 2012
