Volvo Iron Women Program


Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Drive Your Future.

About the Program

The Volvo Iron Women Program is a unique, fully supported pathway designed to get women into the transport and logistics industry, with the skills, confidence, and qualifications employers are looking for.

Delivered in partnership with Volvo Trucks Australia, WomenCAN Australia, and Transport Women Australia (TWAL), the program combines nationally recognised training through Wodonga TAFE's Course in Transport and Logistics Employment Pathway (22648VIC) with dedicated participant support from WomenCAN.

Course Structure & Program Delivery

The program runs over six weeks, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:30pm, and is broken into three stages:

  • 5 days of supported induction through WomenCAN — building confidence, industry connections, and readiness before training begins
  • 5 days of theory and classroom learning covering workplace safety, load handling, vehicle inspection, and transport industry employment pathways — including your Heavy Rigid knowledge test
  • 4 weeks of practical, hands-on driving experience, with two students completing their Heavy Rigid licence assessment each week

Fees & Support

Participation in the Iron Women Program is proudly sponsored by Volvo Trucks Australia. Selected participants may complete the program at no cost, and all graduates receive membership with Transport Women Australia.*

*Conditions apply

Is this program for you?

The Iron Women Program is built for women who are new to transport and logistics, specifically those who:

  • Have no previous transport or logistics experience
  • Don't yet hold a heavy vehicle licence
  • Are looking for stable, well-paid career opportunities
  • Want a supportive, structured entry into the industry

 

What You'll Walk Away With

  • A nationally recognised heavy vehicle licence
  • Real-world, behind-the-wheel driving experience
  • Safe, professional behaviours transport employers expect
  • A clear pathway into long-term transport and logistics careers

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Success story

"This program has been a game-changer for me. A year ago, I never imagined myself driving a heavy rigid truck, and now I’m training for my HC licence! The support from the trainers and my fellow participants has been amazing, and I feel more confident than ever about my future in the transport industry!" 

 

 

Program Partners

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Volvo Trucks Australia

Funding and championing pathways into transport careers for women

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Transport Women Australia

Providing mentoring, industry connections and ongoing participant support

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WomenCAN Australia

Supporting Women Through Vocational Training and Into Employment

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What Participants Gain

 

Heavy Vehicle Licence

Graduate with a nationally recognised HC or MC licence and the hours to back it up.

 

Real-World Experience

Practical behind-the-wheel time in professional conditions, not just theory.

 

 

Nationally Recognised Qualification

A formal qualification (22648VIC) that employers across Australia recognise and a pathway into Certificate III in Driving Operations.

 

Industry Confidence

The professional behaviours and situational awareness employers actually expect.

 

Peer Network

Connections with other women entering the industry and industry contacts through TWAL & WomenCAN Australia.

 

 

Employment Pathway

A clear, supported route into stable, well-paid transport and logistics careers.

 

 

Hear from Jo - Iron Women Instructor

What I absolutely love about teaching this program is the energy in the room and the connections that form. When we run these courses specifically for women, there’s always this moment where someone says how refreshing it is to hear from another woman who’s actually been out there in the industry - someone who’s seen the highs, survived the challenges, and come back with stories to tell.

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Video: Volvo Iron Women

You can learn more about the Volvo Iron Women Program and hear from participants by watching this video.

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Contact Us

Use the contact form to enquire about the Volvo Iron Women Program

www.wodongatafe.edu.au
1300 698 233
info@wodongatafe.edu.au
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