Our Queensland Recreational Marine Driver’s Licence course prepares you to operate power boats with motors of 6HP or greater. This comprehensive programme combines online theory learning with practical on-water training, ensuring you develop the knowledge and skills necessary for safe, confident boating.
Learn everything from trip planning and marine safety to navigation rules and emergency procedures.
Master essential boat handling skills through practical training, including manoeuvres, emergency drills, and docking.
Receive a Statement of Competency upon course completion, then visit a Transport and Motoring Service Centre to obtain your official licence.
Watch this video to learn more about the RMDL skills assessment
The minimum age to hold a licence is 16; however, you can do the course at 15 and a half and then take your completed statement of competency to be endorsed the day you turn 16. Remember also that you need a current boat licence before obtaining the jet ski licence.
The practical is undertaken on the Mooloolah River. Participants will meet at Charles Clarke Park, 13-47 River Esplanade, Mooloolaba QLD 4557.
Once competent, we will issue you with a Statement of Competency (SOC). Present this to TMR (Transport and Main Roads QLD) within six months, pay their fee, and you’re licensed.
