Crane Operator: Long-Term, Flexible Shifts & Strong Pay

Worksforyou

Canberra

On-site

AUD 65,000 - 100,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay
Consistent work
Range of projects
Supportive team
Long-term opportunities
Flexible assignments

Job summary

Worksforyou is recruiting on behalf of a large construction company in the ACT for experienced Crane Operators / Dogmen to work across major projects. The role requires 3–10 years of industry experience and valid crane licenses, with dogging high risk work and rigging qualifications.

You will safely operate cranes, perform dogging and rigging duties, and coordinate with crane crews while ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Qualifications

  • 3–10 years’ experience as crane operator and dogman.
  • Current crane operating licenses.
  • Current dogging high risk work license.
  • Rigging qualifications and experience.
  • Experience across construction, infrastructure or industrial environments.
  • Strong understanding of lifting procedures and safety requirements.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Reliable, professional and safety-focused attitude.
  • Ability to pass site medicals, drug and alcohol testing, where required.
  • White Card and reliable transport.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate cranes in accordance with site and legislative requirements
  • Perform dogging and rigging duties as required
  • Direct and communicate with crane crews and site personnel
  • Inspect lifting equipment and identify potential hazards
  • Follow SWMS, site procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
  • Assist with loading, unloading and positioning materials
  • Maintain a professional and reliable approach on every site

Skills

Crane operator
Dogman
Dogging license
Rigging
Construction experience
Safety awareness
Communication
Reliability
Medical clearance
White Card

Job description

Worksforyou is recruiting on behalf of a large construction company in the ACT for experienced Crane Operators / Dogmen to work across major projects. The role requires 3–10 years of industry experience and valid crane licenses, with dogging high risk work and rigging qualifications.

You will safely operate cranes, perform dogging and rigging duties, and coordinate with crane crews while ensuring health and safety standards are met.

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