With the end of the financial year (EOFY) coming up on June 30, now is the perfect time to start a new career. If you’ve been thinking about getting your traffic control licence, doing it right now could actually save you money when you do your tax return.
At Global Training Services, we help people get job-ready fast. In this guide, we’ll explain how the process works, what you need to do, and why booking your traffic control or traffic management course this month is a smart move for your wallet.
Why Get Your Licence Before June 30?
In Australia, the tax year ends on June 30. If you pay for a work-related course before that date, you can often claim it as a deduction on your tax return.
What does that mean for you?
- Money Back Faster: Instead of waiting a whole year, you can claim the cost of your training in the tax return you lodge this July.
- Be Ready for Work: Most big road projects start their new budgets in July. If you have your licence ready to go, you’ll be first in line for a job.
- Beat the Rush: Everyone tries to book training at the last minute. If you book today, you won’t miss out on a spot.
Be sure to keep your receipt! You’ll need it to prove you paid for your traffic control course when you talk to your tax agent.
How to Become a Traffic Controller in QLD
Getting your traffic controller licence in QLD is pretty straightforward. Here is exactly what you need to do:
1. Check the Basics
Before you sign up, make sure you have:
- A White Card: This is the basic safety card for anyone working on a construction site.
- A Driver’s Licence: You need to have held a car licence (even a “P” plate) at some point in the last five years.
- Fitness: You’ll be on your feet all day, so you need to be healthy and ready for some hard work.
2. The Training Course (RIIWHS205E)
This is where we come in! You’ll spend a day with us learning the rules of the road. We’ll teach you:
- How to use the Stop/Slow bat safely.
- How to talk to other workers on a two-way radio.
- What to do if there is an emergency or an angry driver.
3. Real-World Practice
Once you finish the classroom part, you need to do 20 hours of practical experience on a real road. Don’t worry, we help you figure out how to get these hours done so you can get your official licence from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).
Traffic Control vs. Traffic Management: What’s the Difference?
It can be confusing, but here is the simple version:
- Traffic Controller: You are the person holding the bat, talking to drivers, and keeping everyone safe near the roadworks.
- Traffic Management: This is for people who want to set up the big signs, cones, and barriers according to a specific site plan.
Most people start with a traffic control licence to get their foot in the door!
What Else Can You Claim on Tax?
If you are doing this course to get a better job or more hours at work, the course fee isn’t the only thing you might be able to claim. You should ask your tax agent about:
- Safety Boots: Those lace-up boots aren’t cheap so you might as well get money back for them.
- High-Vis Gear: Anything you buy to stay safe and visible on the job.
- Travel: The petrol you use to get to your training session.
How to Get Started with Global Training Services
Ready to secure your spot? We make it easy:
- Pick a Location: We have training centres in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Mackay.
- Find a Date: Check our online calendar for a day that works for you.
- Book and Pay: Do this before June 30 to make sure it counts for this year’s tax.
- Show Up: Come ready to learn, and we’ll handle the rest.
Investing in yourself is the best way to grow your bank account. By getting your licence now, you’re saving on tax and getting ready for a great new job.
[Book Your Course Now] Don’t wait until June 30. Secure your spot at Global Training Services today!