Mobile Crane Operator – Structural Steel

Direk, South Australia

Our Client s a growing South Australian structural steel company based in Direk. We are seeking an experienced and reliable Mobile Crane Operator to join our team on a full-time, long-term basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operator looking for stable work with a professional team and a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity.

About the Role

As a Mobile Crane Operator, you will be responsible for safely operating mobile and truck-mounted cranes to load, transport, unload and position structural steel across residential, commercial and industrial construction sites.

You will work closely with our transport, fabrication and erection teams, as well as doggers, riggers and site supervisors, to ensure steel is delivered and positioned safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mobile cranes, including cranes up to 40 tonnes
• Safely operate truck-mounted cranes and associated equipment
• Load, transport, unload and position structural steel
• Safely lift and place steel on construction sites
• Work closely with doggers, riggers, erection crews and site supervisors
• Complete daily pre-start inspections and crane setup
• Follow lift plans, SWMS and site-specific safety requirements
• Ensure loads are secured correctly for transport
• Conduct routine equipment checks and report faults or maintenance requirements
• Maintain company vehicles, cranes and equipment to a high standard
• Work efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality
• Represent the company professionally when working on customer and construction sites

Essential Requirements

• C6 Slewing Mobile Crane Licence or higher
• HC or MC Driver's Licence
• CV Vehicle Loading Crane Licence, where applicable
• Construction White Card
• Demonstrated experience operating mobile cranes
• Experience with truck-mounted cranes and/or crane trucks
• Strong understanding of safe lifting, load handling and crane operations
• Good knowledge of construction-site safety requirements
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable work ethic and professional attitude

Highly Regarded

• DG Dogging High Risk Work Licence
• RB, RI or RA Rigging Licence
• Structural steel transport experience
• Structural steel erection experience
• Experience working on residential, commercial or industrial construction projects
• Experience operating cranes in tight-access or complex site conditions

About You

You are a competent, safety-focused and dependable Crane Operator who takes pride in your work and equipment.

You understand that successful crane operations depend on good communication, careful planning and teamwork. You are confident working alongside doggers, riggers, steel erectors and site crews, and you consistently follow safe work practices.

You will be someone who:

• Takes safety seriously
• Looks after equipment and company vehicles
• Communicates clearly with site teams
• Can work independently when required
• Is punctual, reliable and professional
• Takes pride in delivering quality work
• Is committed to becoming part of a long-term team

The opportunity

• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Work with an established South Australian structural steel company
• Variety of residential, commercial and industrial projects
• Professional and supportive team environment
• Well-maintained equipment
• Opportunity for ongoing career development
• Stable work based from Direk, SA

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Mobile Crane Operator / Crane Truck Driver looking for a long-term opportunity we would like to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume outlining your crane experience, licences and relevant construction experience.