Manawatū Driving Qualifications
Wheels, Tracks & Rollers (WTR) Endorsement Course
Looking to operate heavy vehicles like rollers, tracked machinery, or wheeled loaders on a public road? AllTrain’s Wheels, Tracks & Rollers (WTR) course in Palmerston North gets you qualified and road-ready. We run WTR endorsement training throughout Manawatū, Whanganui, and the wider Lower North Island, with nationwide delivery available on request.
Course Details
Full WTR Price: $460 +GST
Individual Price: $280 +GST (W, T, or R)
Duration: 8am – 3pm (approx)
Location: Palmerston North (or off-site by arrangement)
Unit Standard: 16701 (Wheels), 16702 (Rollers), 16703 (Tracks) – 3 credits each
Tutor Credentials:
AllTrain WTR courses are assessed by Connexis-approved assessors. Assessment and reporting follow national standards set by Connexis to ensure competency in operating wheels, tracks, and rollers machinery for use on public roads in New Zealand.
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About This Course
This NZTA-approved course provides the practical and theory-based training required to gain your W, T, and R endorsements so you can legally operate Wheeled, Tracked, or Roller machinery on roads in New Zealand.
Theory
Introduction to NZ road rules & on-road requirements
Basic health & safety and hazard awareness
How public roads are defined (yes, even beaches and carparks count)
Endorsement regulations and responsibilities
Practical
Safety checks and machinery overview
Equipment control and operation
Site safety and hazard testing
Assessment in a controlled off-road environment for each endorsement (W, T, and R)
Our WTR course is fully compliant with New Zealand laws and industry standards, covering the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, key Land Transport Rules (Driver Licensing, Road User, Tyres & Wheels, Vehicle Dimensions & Mass), Waka Kotahi NZTA requirements, and the Managing Work Site Traffic Guidelines 2021. You’ll gain practical, road-legal skills that meet national expectations.
Book now to stay compliant and confident on the job.
What You Get
Endorsement training with an experienced instructor
Easy-to-follow theory that makes sense on-site
Certificate of competency (NZ-recognised)
Real-world safety knowledge for road conditions
A supportive environment to build confidence
Important to Know
You must hold a Full NZ Class 1 Driver Licence and bring it on the day
You may complete the course on a restricted licence, but you can't apply for the endorsement until you have a full Class 1 licence
Public roads include carparks, driveways, beaches, and yards without locked gates. Any area accessible to the public, even if not open to regular traffic
Completing the course does not automatically update your licence. You must apply for the endorsement through VTNZ or AA
All practical training is completed in a controlled off-road environment, safe for assessment and closed to the public
WTR Training FAQs
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Nope – you can choose just one or complete the full WTR course depending on the vehicles you operate.
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Not yet — you’ll need to apply for the endorsement at VTNZ/AA using your certificate.
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Primarily in Palmerston North, but we regularly service Whanganui and the wider Lower North Island. Nationwide bookings are available on request.
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We’ll support you through a re-sit if needed and give you feedback to succeed.
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No – forklift training is separate. This endorsement applies to operating specific heavy vehicles on public roads.
