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10+ Years marine rescue operator
Commercial port of Brisbane marine operations
Vessel Management Specialist
Marine Compliance Manager

Over 10 years in Training and Assessing
12+ years marine rescue operator
28+ years rescue industry
Commercial fishing operation
Marine Compliance Manager

Complete your online training before the day, bring enclosed shoes, a hat, and water, and we’ll guide you from beginner to pass level — no stress, no pressure.
The minimum age to obtain a boat (Recreational Marine Driver's Licence) or Personal Watercraft (Jet Ski) licence in Queensland is 16 years old. You can begin training at 15½ years old, as the statement of competency is valid for six months.
Boat: Yes, a Recreational Marine Driver Licence (RMDL) is mandatory for operating any powered vessel over 4.5 kW for recreational use, including surf lifesaving or school activities. You must also obtain a jet ski license that is required to operate a jet ski.
Eligibility: Must be at least 16 years old.
Complete an accredited BoatSafe course, including theory and practical assessment.
Receive a Statement of Competency, valid for 6 months, to apply at a transport office.
Apply in person at a TMR Customer Service Centre or QGAP office with ID, fee, and competency statement.
No, you never need to renew either your boat or jet ski licence in Queensland; they remain valid for life.

If you fail the theory assessment (commonly 100% required), you get another attempt after additional training. If unsuccessful again, you're deemed not yet competent and must undertake further training options.
No, you generally cannot get a ski/PWC license in Queensland without first holding a boat license. However, you can complete both licenses at the same time by taking a combined Boat and Personal Watercraft (PWC) course, which covers both the boat and jet ski theory and practical requirements in a single process.