Owner-Driver Arrangements

Thousands of owner-drivers are engaged across Australia

However, useful commentary and guidance on the laws applicable to their engagement has been conspicuously unavailable. ABLA recently published the first book "Owner-Driver Law in Australia" by Julian Arndt, Luis Izzo and Nigel Ward. 

This is a unique form of contractor engaged by most major transport enterprises, as well as hundreds of smaller operators. In several states, there is specific legislation that applies to these engagements whilst, at a federal level, a range of other laws apply. The legal regime is poorly understood  - yet, conversely, the exposure to improperly engaging owner-drivers can be very large, with wide-ranging avenues for legal claims.

Nigel Ward has negotiated 'owner-driver' arrangements across Australia for over 30 years and is considered an expert in this field. 

ABLA is leading the way in providing access to information about this sector, the complex legislation, particularly post the latest IR Reforms, and developed tailored training to assist organisations manage their legal obligations.

Owner-Driver Arrangements Training: Navigating rules and negotiating

ABLA has a dedicated training course for those who manage owner-driver contracts and negotiations.  If you want to train your team or would like to book into the next available course, email us by completing the contact us form on this page and register your interest.

Duration: Full-day 
Key learning outcomes

• Walk away with an understanding of the environment in which you are required to operate within.
• Learn key negotiation and owner driver contract issues preparing you for future negotiations.
• Gain sound knowledge of cartage rate cost models and the role of the TWU.

Course Overview

If your business employs the services of owner-drivers to deliver your goods across the country then our Owner-Driver Arrangements course is for you.

With different legislation applicable in different states, it can become a minefield when negotiating contracts of carriage and as regulation tighten it's important for businesses to understand the environment in which they are required to operate within.

This is a unique area that requires expert knowledge. Our team have negotiated 'owner driver' arrangements across Australia for decades and during this trainaing course, they share insights and experience to build your skills for future negotiations.

To find out how we can help train your team complete the form on this page or call 1300 565 846.