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Services for Small Fleets

For businesses with up to 14 trucks. Find out how we can support your business to stay compliant and provide transport specific services including employment relations services.

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Services for Medium Fleets

For businesses with up to 70 trucks.

Be part of an Association that is trusted to deliver outcomes for your business.

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Membership for Large Fleets

For businesses with over 70 trucks.

Get access to knowledge to navigate problems, offer solutions, insights and intelligence to inform business decisions.

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Supporting Queensland’s road freight industry since 1907

The Queensland Trucking Association (QTA) is the peak industry body representing road freight and transport employers across Queensland. We work alongside operators of all sizes to strengthen safety, compliance, productivity and long-term sustainability across the transport and logistics sector.

From advocacy and regulatory guidance to workforce support and industry programs, QTA exists to support the businesses that keep Queensland moving.

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What we do

QTA supports employers across the road freight industry by providing practical, industry-specific services and representing the sector’s interests at a state and national level.

We advocate on behalf of road freight operators, engage with government and regulators, and deliver advice and programs that help transport businesses operate safely, compliantly and sustainably in an evolving regulatory and commercial environment.

How we support the road freight industry

Our services are member focused and designed to meet the real-world needs of transport operators – from day-to-day operational advice to long-term workforce and compliance planning.

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Employment relations and workplace advice

Specialist advice and support for employers navigating industrial relations, human resource, awards, agreements and workforce issues specific to the road freight sector.

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Workplace health and safety support

Guidance, tools and advice to help transport businesses meet WHS obligations and improve safety outcomes across operations.

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On-Road Regulatory and compliance support    

Practical assistance and solutions support to help operators understand and meet heavy vehicle transport regulatory requirements, navigate permit and access issues, PBS problems and other relevant on-road issues  across Queensland.

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Training, skills and workforce programs

Industry-led programs addressing skills shortages, training requirements, attraction and retention plans, skills gaps and development, workforce planning and future capability.

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Industry advocacy and government engagement

A trusted voice representing the road freight industry in discussions with government, regulators and national industry bodies. 

Membership options tailored to your operation

QTA membership is structured to support businesses at every stage – from small, family-run fleets to large transport and logistics organisations.

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Services for small fleets

For businesses with up to 14 trucks in Australia. Practical support to help operators stay compliant, manage employment obligations that complies with industrial laws and access transport-specific advice.
 

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Services for medium fleets

For businesses with up to 70 trucks in Australia. Broader advisory support, advocacy representation and access to programs that support growth and workforce planning.
 

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Membership for large fleets

For businesses with over 70 trucks in Australia. Strategic industry representation, advanced advisory services and insights to inform business and operational decisions.
 

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About the Queensland Trucking Association

Established in 1907, QTA has more than a century of experience supporting Queensland’s road freight industry. We represent road transport operators across metropolitan, regional and remote Queensland as well as interstate operators that deliver into, working closely with government, regulators and industry partners.

Our members range from small operators to large fleet owners, as well as businesses that operate trucks as part of broader supply chain and production activities. QTA exists to ensure the road freight industry has a strong, informed and respected voice.

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Why work with Queensland Trucking Association Ltd

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Trusted industry advocate – A long-standing and respected representative of Queensland’s road freight sector
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Industry-specific expertise – Advice and support tailored specifically to transport employers
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Personal, responsive and practical, employer-focused support – Clear guidance that reflects real operational challenges
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Australia-wide networks to support members wherever they are
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Dedicated solutions for members experiencing Queensland-specific on-road issues

Frequently asked questions

Membership is open to road freight transport employers, and businesses that operate trucks as part of their operations, as well as industry partners and stakeholders.

No. QTA represents operators of all sizes, including small and family-run businesses, medium fleets and large transport organisations.

QTA engages directly with government, regulators and national industry bodies to influence policy, provide industry feedback and advocate for practical outcomes that support safety and productivity. 

No. Businesses from anywhere in Australia are eligible to join. 

QTA has the expertise to provide Queensland-specific representation, advice and solutions, with a strong understanding of state-based regulatory and operational conditions.

Industry programs, news and updates

QTA delivers and supports a range of industry programs, events and initiatives designed to strengthen the road freight sector. Members also receive access to timely updates on road conditions, regulatory changes, safety initiatives and industry news.

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QTA Business Dinner

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FREE Pre Apprenticeship Training Program

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Transport Employment Relations Advice and Support

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What is ARTIO?

ARTIO advocates on your behalf on a range of topics related to employment & industrial relations within the road freight transport industry.

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Be part of an association that supports Queensland’s road freight industry – wherever you operate, whenever you need it.

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