No – the choice to hold a valid driving licence to work in Australia is yours. However, please note that this requirement is highly desirable and increases work opportunities in your occupation field.  International Drivers Licence – eligibility to drive within Australia for a 6-month period only, after this term you are required to apply for an Australian Drivers Licence Permit.  https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/get-an-idp  https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/travel-and-recreation/motoring/driver-licensing/international-driving-permit/ https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/documents/international-driving-permit https://korkortonline.se/en/facts/international-licence/ https://www.autoliitto.fi/en/travel-information/international-driving-permit/ https://australien.um.dk/en/travel-and-residence/documents-and-fees/danish-driving-licence/international-drivers-licence https://internationaldrivingpermit.org/country/netherlands/ https://www.vegvesen.no/en/driving-licences/driving-licence-holders/driving-licences-in-norway-and-abroad/norwegian-driving-licences-abroad/