Victoria
If you have ever wanted to turn a passion for the outdoors and 4WD into a serious, credentialed business — this is it. PNL 4WDriving is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 20810) with over 36 years of operating history, national accreditation through the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), and a client base that reads like a who's-who of Australian government, utilities and research institutions.
This is not a startup. This is an established, accredited, operationally proven training business with systems, manuals, IP, an online training module and approximately 500 students trained per year — already waiting for a new owner to step in.
What Makes This Business Genuinely Rare:
- Registered RTO (No. 20810) — ASQA accredited and nationally recognised, transferring via share sale so the registration, accreditation and approvals transfer with the business
- Online training module included — students can complete theory online ($900 per enrolment) before attending in-person practical training
- 70-80% of revenue comes from repeat corporate and government clients — reliable, high-value bookings that are not dependent on public advertising
- Approximately 500 students trained per year across either the two-day face-to-face or the online format 91 day online theory and 1 day face to face onsite)
- Accredited by Parks Victoria and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning — required to operate on public land, which is a significant barrier to entry for any competitor
- Nationally recognised training delivered under the Australian Qualifications Framework across 4WD operations, vehicle recovery, first aid in remote locations, towing and more
- Licensed Tour Operator (Victoria) with Parks Victoria accreditation and Australian Tourism Accreditation
- All IP, website, social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube), training manuals, online training system and client database transfer with the sale
- On-site 37ft caravan available for use during training days — ideal for the trainer's accommodation while running courses (site cost: $100/month storage, $50/day use)
- Four complete sets of training equipment — fully equipped and ready to deploy
- Australia-wide vendor non-compete included
The Numbers:
- Asking Price: $165,000 (share sale)
- Revenue: approximately $3,000 per week
- Student fee: $1,250 per person for two-day face-to-face course; $900 for online version
- Director wage of $56,000
- 70-80% of revenue from repeat corporate and government clients
Buyer Requirements:
The incoming owner or trainer will need to hold a TAE Certificate IV (to teach), be willing to obtain a Licensed Tour Operator licence (Victoria) and Parks Victoria accreditation. Key units delivered include TLIC0023, TLIB0002 and FWPCOT3326. The vendor is willing to provide full handover support and training to ensure a smooth transition. Current admin and casual trainer keen to stay on if required.
This Opportunity Suits:
- An established outdoor adventure, tourism or training business owner looking to add a nationally accredited arm
- A 4WD enthusiast or experienced trainer ready to own rather than work for someone else
- A corporate training provider wanting to expand into the specialised 4WD and land management sector
- A buyer who understands the value of an ASQA-accredited RTO and does not want to spend the time and money building one from scratch
Accreditations and approvals of this calibre take years to build. At $165,000, you are acquiring 36 years of reputation, a live client base, a proven online training system and a business that is ready to operate from settlement day.
Property Code: 1936
