Introduction to Skidsteers (Bob Cats)


For more information about this course, please read the Information Sheet for Trainees.


When: Courses are held over a 3 day period. Starting time is 9.00am and concludes at approximately 4.30pm.


Where: Our Training Complex is at 39 Jackson Street, Glenorchy. Parking is across the road at 24 Jackson Street. This is off Chapel Street and is on the right hand-side before the Glenorchy City Council Refuse Site (tip).  Please note that training may be conducted at an alternate site, confirmation will be sent prior to the course dates.


Cost: $795.00 per applicant (Includes training, assessment and carding fee).


Items covered:

•Introduction to skidsteers

•Pre checks to skidsteers

•Site assessment

•Operational procedure

•How to operate

•Post checks

•OH&S

•Load restraints

  1. Theory test


Upon successful completion the trainee will receive a Statement of Attainment to say he/she has completed this course.


This fee is payable on commencement of training if it is a private booking. A deposit of $250.00 is required to secure your place.  If you are completing the course through an employment agency or company a signed purchase order and booking agreement must have been received by OnRoad OffRoad before commencement of training.


Funding may be available for eligible job seekers which may cover 100% of the course cost. Please contact your employment agency for details.


Requirements: We require applicants to be over the age of 19 years. Appropriate clothing and sandshoes or boots (no open-toed footwear). All safety and training equipment is provided by OnRoad OffRoad. Applicants must also bring current photo-ID (driver’s licence or student card).