Medium Rigid Bus Driver Training - Ellis Driving School

 

Ellis Driving School is a family owned business Sydney and have been in business well over 20 years.

Ellis Driving School also provides training to  any drivers who are wanting to obtain their licence and become a qualified driver for any public buses or coaches and/or any public relevant public passenger vehicle. There is no practical component to the course.

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Ellis Driving School is a family owned business and have been in business well over 20 years. Our driving school has helped hundreds of people from different backgrounds and ages in getting their licences, including: C Licence, LR Licence, MR Licence, MC Licence, HR and HC Licences. We take your training in bus driving, truck driving very seriously! Our driving school has been training people from  New South Wales including Wollongong, Midagong, Gosford, Pennrith, Bankstown & Newcastle.

 Ellis Driving School also provides training to  any drivers who are wanting to obtain their Bus licence and become a qualified driver for any public buses or coaches and/or any public relevant public passenger vehicle. There is no practical component to the course.

Course Requirement:
– Must be at least 20 years of age, and have held an Australian driver’s licence for a total of at least twelve 12 months in the two 2 years preceding the date of the application.
– Completed and passed the examination or assessment & be able to work in Australia.

The NSW Department of Transport & Infrastructure will request any criminal history from Australian Police services and a driving history from the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority.

Participants are required to undergo a medical check, provide photographs, and a licence fee of $70 is payable directly to the NSW Department of Transport & Infrastructure.

Course Duration:
– 4 Hours one-to-one in class

Course Details:
– Legislation and Driver Authority
– Customer Service
– Vehicle Operations
– Breakdown & Emergencies
– Driver welfare and Safety

How do you get a bus licence?

To drive a bus in Australia you need a medium rigid (MR) or heavy rigid (HR) licence, there’s no such thing as a ‘bus licence’. The MR licence covers buses with a gross vehicle mass of more than eight tonnes and no more than two axles. The HR licence covers buses with a gross vehicle mass of more than eight tonnes and three or more axles (including articulated buses).

For either Bus licence, you need to successfully complete HVCBA – heavy vehicle competency-based assessment. You can do this for an MR licence as soon as you’ve had a class C car licence for at least one year (including your time spent on P1). You can start practicing with a supervisor in an MR vehicle as long as you have at least a P2 licence for cars; it’s even possible to get your MR licence before you get a full class C licence.

Before you can get the medium rigid licence you must pass the MR knowledge test and an eyesight test, as well as HVCBA.

Medium rigid bus (2 axles)

With a class HR, you must have held a class C licence (at least P1) for at least two years. You can practice with a supervisor as soon as you have a P2 licence.

Like with the MR, you need to pass a knowledge test and an eyesight test as well as the HVCBA or a heavy vehicle driving test. The test is identical in an HR to an MR and is not much more expensive. Getting an HR licence will give you more employment opportunities, so go for that licence if you can.

Heavy rigid bus (3 axles)

If you want to apply for the licence, you can fill out this form.

Once you have your MR or HR licence you’ll need to meet other requirements in order to be able to carry passengers. You need to apply for authorisation from the relevant department (e.g. Service NSW in NSW).

To be eligible you must be at least 20 years old (although it’s 21 in some areas), hold an unrestricted driver licence that you have held for a total of at least 12 months in the previous 2 years, be medically fit to drive a public passenger vehicle and have successfully completed Bus Driver Authority training.

In the application, you’ll need to send in a police check that’s no more than 3 months old, a medical assessment no more than 6 months old, a certified copy of your licence, 2 recent passport photos, evidence of training and any payment required.

You get to use bus lanes all the time!

Once you have your HR or MR licence plus the relevant permission to drive a bus you’ll be able to apply for jobs as a tour bus driver, public bus driver or private bus driver.

 

Driving Lessons at Ellis Driving School

Proudly serving people in New South Wales including Wollongong, Midagong, Gosford, Penrith, Bankstown & Newcastle

Specialises in Heavy Vehicle Training Ellis Driving School is a family owned business and have been in business well over 20 years. Our driving school has helped hundred and thousand of people from different background and ages getting their licences including C, LR Licence, MR Licence, MC Licence, HR Licence and HC Licence. We are taking the driving class very seriously! Our Specialty’s are:

• REVERSE TRAILER & LOADING BAY
• STRAIGHT LONG REVERSE
• ROAD RANGER
• HEAVY VEHICLE TRAINING LR LICENCE, MR LICENCE, HR LICENCE, HC LICENCE & Bus Authority LICENCE

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truck drivers training school in New South Wales including Wollongong, Midagong, Gosford, Penrith, Bankstown & Newcastle

To make a booking with Ellis Driving School have a look at a range of course available and contact us to make a booking!

We, the Ellis Driving school is a family owned truck driving school in Sydney and are proud to be completing 20 years of excellent service to all truck and trailer drivers in need of their Licences.

We are one of the best driving schools in Sydney to aid many of those truck drivers to get hold of their C, LR, MR, HC, HR or their HC Licences. We, at Ellis believes in giving the best service at an affordable rate.

Apart from catering to the needs of truck drivers, our truck driving school in Sydney also trains them towards a successful career in truck driving. The Ellis truck driving school boasts of excellent driving instructors and well planned driving lessons in the whole of Sydney. Each driver is allotted to a specialised driving instructor, to learn all the intricacies involved in driving a truck on the roads of Sydney and all around Australia

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The HR Heavy Rigid Truck Licence Sydney – Ellis Driving School

 Ellis Driving School is specilist in providing services for HR licences and heavy truck driver training in Sydney NSW.

Ellis driving school has specialized instructors to train all those who would like to obtain an HR Licence in Sydney. Knowing the intricacies of handling a heavy rigid vehicle, we are one of the sorts after HR driving school in Sydney.

Ellis Driving School is a family owned business and have been in business well over 20 years. Our driving school has helped hundreds of people from different backgrounds and ages in getting their licences, including: C Licence, LR Licence, MR Licence, MC Licence, HR and HC Licences. We take your training in truck driving very seriously! Our driving school has been training people from  New South Wales including Wollongong, Midagong, Gosford, Pennrith, Bankstown & Newcastle

 

 Hire Also HC Licence Sydney

Unlock the road to professional heavy vehicle driving with Ellis Driving School in Sydney. Our comprehensive HC Licence training program is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to master heavy vehicles.

Led by experienced instructors, our training covers all aspects of heavy vehicle operation, from vehicle familiarization to advanced driving techniques. We provide a supportive and structured learning environment that caters to both beginners and experienced drivers looking to upgrade their skills.

At Ellis Driving School, safety is paramount. Our training focuses on safe driving practices, road awareness, and efficient maneuvering of heavy vehicles. We understand the importance of a HC Licence and its impact on your career prospects, so we're dedicated to ensuring you're fully prepared for success.

Whether you're aiming to start a new career or enhance your existing one, Ellis Driving School is your partner on the journey to obtaining your HC Licence in Sydney. Step into the driver's seat of your future – enroll with us today!

Everything You Need to Know About Obtaining an HR Licence Sydney

Getting Behind the Wheel: Your Comprehensive Guide to Acquiring an HR Licence Sydney

If you want to be a qualified driver in the transport industry in Sydney, you need to obtain an HR (Heavy Rigid) licence. Obtaining a Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence is necessary if you want to drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) of 8,000 kgs or more, or a Gross Combination Mass (GCM) of 12,000 kgs or more. An HR Licence is the highest class of truck licence, so it is a great option for those looking to make a career out of driving large vehicles.

Before you can apply for an HR Licence Sydney, there are several steps that need to be taken. Firstly, you will need to pass a written knowledge test, which covers the road rules, vehicle safety and operating requirements, as well as signposted speed limits. Once you have passed the written test, you can move on to the practical assessment, which is a crucial step when obtaining an HR Licence. The practical assessment is split into a pre-drive and a drive assessment, and consists of a number of manoeuvres and situations you need to safely and confidently complete. Once you have completed the practical assessment with a pass, you can then apply for your HR Licence.

The process for obtaining an HR Licence in Sydney can be broken down into the following steps:

• Book a knowledge test appointment
• Pass the written knowledge test
• Book a practical assessment
• Pass the practical assessment
• Apply for your HR Licence

At Ellis Driving School, we can provide you with all the information you need to easily and safely obtain your HR Licence in Sydney. Our team of experienced trainers will ensure you are fully prepared for the written knowledge test and the practical assessment. With our support, you can confidently step on the road towards gaining your HR Licence.

If you’re looking to obtain your HR Licence Sydney, contact our friendly team at Sydney RMS today and we will help you in every step of the way.

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