

Tired of staring at online job boards, wondering how to break into mining or construction? What if the only thing standing between you and a high-paying career was one versatile machine and the confidence to operate it like a pro?
Articulated haul truck training, often referred to as Moxy training, is one of the smartest ways to gain entry into the mining and civil sectors. These unique trucks are used across construction, underground mines and bulk earthmoving projects, and the skills you gain from this course give you the flexibility employers are looking for.
Whether you’re new to the industry or upskilling for better job options, here’s what you’ll actually learn in a nationally recognised articulated haul truck course, delivered on real mine-spec equipment, close to Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
What You’ll Learn in an Articulated Haul Truck Course
Training takes place at a dedicated 25-acre training environment in Aratula. While not an operational mine site, the location has been built to closely mimic real worksite conditions, giving you the experience employers expect. Course overview and key learning outcomes for new operators. Here’s what the course covers:
Hands-on CAT 730 articulated truck training
You’ll be operating a real 6-wheel-drive dump truck, not a simulator, so you’ll quickly learn how the machine feels on rough terrain, gradients and when fully loaded.
Mastering articulated steering and tipping techniques
Moxy trucks feature a pivot joint that enables tighter manoeuvring, which is essential for underground mining and tight civil construction zones. You’ll learn turning techniques, dump zone protocols and job site safety procedures.
Completion of your haul truck ticket (RIIMPO337E)
At the end of your training, you’ll be assessed for the nationally recognised unit of competency for articulated haul truck operation. This is your proof of capability and is essential for job applications in the mining and civil sectors.
From Zero to Competent – How the Moxy Course Builds Real Skills
This course is beginner-friendly, designed for students who may never have stepped inside a haul truck before. You’ll receive one-on-one training from instructors who’ve spent years on the job. Hands-on training that mirrors real-world job demands
Instructor-guided, one-on-one coaching
Every student receives personalised attention. You won’t be just another face in a classroom, you’ll be coached step-by-step through each operation.
Practice reversing, loading and dumping under different conditions
Realistic load simulation helps you learn how to manage heavy loads safely, especially in off-camber and wet conditions. This is essential for working on real sites near Ipswich, Toowoomba or Bowen Basin.
Learn communication protocols for active work sites
You’ll be trained on radio etiquette and how to operate safely alongside graders, loaders and other machinery, a core requirement on any mine or civil construction site.
More Than a Truck Ticket – Why Moxy Operators Are in Demand
The articulated truck is often the machine of choice in civil infrastructure and early-stage mine development. Career value of articulated haul truck skills in civil and mining. Having this skill not only makes your resume stand out, it gives you options in multiple industries.
Used in underground mining and bulk earthmoving
Moxy trucks thrive in conditions where rigid trucks struggle, like tight underground access or muddy development zones. That versatility makes you employable across different sectors
Valued by contractors and construction companies
Civil construction firms across Queensland, from Ipswich to Roma and out to Mount Isa, rely heavily on articulated trucks. These roles often offer consistent rosters and site allowances.
Builds a multi-skilled resume for long-term growth
Starting with Moxy training means you’re one step closer to becoming a full plant operator. Many trainees go on to add loader, excavator or dozer tickets, creating future career pathways.
Add the Standard 11 to Maximise Your Employability
If you’re planning to work on a Queensland mine site, you’ll also need the Standard 11 (S11) safety course. Pair your haul truck ticket with QLD’s mandatory mine safety induction. Bundling this with your Moxy course is the most time- and cost-effective path into the industry.
The S11 is required for all mine site access in QLD
Without this certification, you won’t be allowed on most mine sites, no matter how skilled you are. MST offers convenient bundled packages to cover both requirements.
Get trained in hazard identification, risk management and emergency procedures
You’ll learn how to assess risks, report incidents and follow correct safety protocols, the same ones enforced on working mines across the Bowen Basin.
Dual certification opens more job opportunities, faster
Many job ads require both a machinery ticket and S11. Graduating with both puts you at the front of the queue and shows you’re serious about joining the industry.
What Aspiring Moxy Operators Usually Ask Us
Do I need experience to do the articulated haul truck course?
No. It’s designed for first-timers. Whether you’re leaving retail, construction or transport, you can start this course without any machinery background.
Will I be trained on a real Moxy or just a simulator?
You’ll train on a real CAT 730 articulated haul truck at our Aratula training facility, which is a realistic mine-replica site. There are no simulators used in this program.
Can I add the Standard 11 at the same time?
Yes, we strongly recommend it. The S11 is required on Queensland mine sites and is available as a discounted bundle alongside the Moxy course.
Ready to Get Behind the Wheel of a Moxy? Start Your Training Now
Want to learn a skill that gets you working in civil construction or mining in weeks, not months? Articulated haul truck training is your pathway. You’ll finish this course with a nationally recognised haul truck ticket, hands-on experience, and the confidence to start applying for real roles. Whether you’re coming from Brisbane, the Gold Coast, or regional Queensland, the Aratula training site is easily accessible, just off the Cunningham Highway. Call 1300 414 341 now or book online atmysolutiontraining.com.au to lock in your course and start shifting your career.