HR Heavy Rigid Truck Licence Sydney
What is an HR Heavy Rigid Truck Licence?
An HR Heavy Rigid (Heavy Rigid Truck) Licence is one of the highest rigid truck licences available in NSW. It allows you to operate large rigid trucks with three or more axles, heavy commercial vehicles, and articulated buses.
To be eligible for an HR Heavy Rigid licence in NSW, you must have held:
A Car (Class C), LR, or MR licence for at least 24 months, OR
A Medium Rigid (MR) licence for at least 12 months
HR Heavy Rigid Licence Training at Singh Truck Driving School
Singh Truck Driving School provides Transport for NSW–recognised HR Heavy Rigid Licence Training using qualified instructors and modern HR trucks.
What You Can Drive with an HR Heavy Rigid Licence
An HR Truck Licence allows you to drive:
- Heavy rigid trucks with three or more axles
- Trucks towing a trailer up to 9 tonnes GVM
- Large rigid commercial vehicles
- Heavy passenger buses and articulated buses
- Vehicles permitted under LR & MR licences
Tips for Passing Your LR Licence – Singh Truck Driving School Recommended
- Study the NSW Light Rigid road rules
- Watch videos related to bus & van handling
- Ask instructors for personalised feedback
- Use defensive driving principles
- Stay relaxed during assessments
Companies Hiring HR Licence Drivers
- Toll
- Linfox
- Australia Post
- Downer
- CPB Contractors
- Local councils
- Bus & transport companies
Salary Expectations
- Entry-level: $60,000 – $80,000
- Experienced: $90,000 – $100,000+
- Mining/interstate: $120,000+
HR Heavy Rigid Licence Course Content
You will learn:
Pre-operational inspections
Cabin setup & safety procedures
Starting, moving, shutting down & securing the vehicle
Steering & gear management
(except automatic)
Braking & acceleration control
Crash avoidance space creation
Road rules & defensive driving
Reversing techniques
Hill stop/start
Load securing & balance
Course Breakdown – What to Expect During Training
Your training includes the following modules:
Pre-Operational Check
Inspect tyres, air systems, brakes, fluid levels, and general vehicle safety.
Cabin Drill
Dashboard controls, mirrors, seating adjustments, safety devices.
Managing Gears, Brakes & Steering
Driving on hills, navigating tight turns, smooth braking & correctly timed gear changes.
Crash Avoidance Space
Maintaining safe distances and anticipating hazards.
Load Securing & Hill Start
Understanding load restraint laws and practicing hill starts with a heavy vehicle.
How to Get Your HR Truck Licence – Step-by-Step Process
Your training includes the following modules:
Check Your Eligibility
Prepare your ID, licence, and any required medical documents.
Pass the Rigid Knowledge Test
Book at any Service NSW centre.
Enrol with Guru Truck Driving School
Select your gearbox: Automatic, Synchromesh, or Unrestricted.
Complete the HVCBA Training & Assessment
Includes reversing, control skills, road driving, and safety procedures.
Submit Your Logbook & Apply for Licence
Visit Service NSW to upgrade to HR Heavy Rigid.
HR Truck Licence Gearbox Options & Endorsements
Choosing the right gearbox determines the types of vehicles you can legally drive and the jobs available to you.
At Singh Truck Driving School, you can train in the following gearbox types:
Automatic Gearbox
- Easiest to learn
- Ideal for beginners
- Common in buses, fleet operators & metro delivery trucks
Synchromesh Gearbox
- Provides more control
- Suitable for construction, council work & regional transport
- Smooth gear changes with minimal difficulty
Unrestricted / Constant Mesh (Road Ranger)
The highest-level truck gearbox endorsement:
- Required for mining, interstate, agriculture & long-haul
- Provides full licence freedom
- Recommended for drivers seeking top-paying careers
Our instructors will guide you toward the gearbox that best supports your career goals.
Eligibility Requirements for HR Heavy Rigid Licence (NSW)
To enrol in the HR course, you must:
- Hold a Class C, LR, or MR licence for two years
- Pass an eyesight test
- Complete the Service NSW Rigid Knowledge Test
- Obtain the HVCBA learner guide & logbook
Eligibility Clarification
Eligibility Clarification
- P-plate drivers are eligible if they have two years of licence history
- Minimum age requirement: 19 years
- Interstate / international drivers must first convert to a NSW licence
Career Opportunities with an HR Truck Licence
Popular Job Roles
- Heavy truck driver
- Tipper / dump truck operator
- Bus & coach driver
- Council and waste management driver
- Construction site vehicle operator