Gantry Crane Spotter

John Holland; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

John Holland Group is seeking a reliable Gantry Crane Spotter for a busy precast concrete facility in Adelaide, working on the Torrens to Darlington project. You will guide gantry crane operators and help with safe movement of large precast segments in a high-precision environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and attention to detail, with a rotating 7/3/7/4 roster and strong collaboration with the production team to maintain an efficient site operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a crane spotter or in a similar role is preferred.
• DG Licence (DG High Risk Work Licence) highly regarded.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proactive attitude and commitment to following safe work practices.
• Ability to work a rotating 7/3/7/4 roster.

Responsibilities

• Spot and guide gantry crane operators during lifting and movement operations.
• Maintain clear communication with crane operators and ground personnel.
• Assist with the safe positioning and handling of precast concrete segments.
• Identify potential hazards and maintain safe exclusion zones.
• Follow all site safety procedures, lifting plans and directions.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to maintain an efficient and safe work environment.

Skills

Crane spotting experience

Safety-minded

Team communication

Proactive attitude

Tools

Dogging (DG) High Risk Work Licence

Job description

The Project

The consortium of John Holland, Bouygues Construction, Arcadis Australia, Jacobs and Ventia has been selected to build South Australia's biggest-ever road infrastructure project. In partnership with the South Australian Government, this consortium forms the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance.

The Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Alliance, will deliver the final 10.5km section of the North-South Corridor, forming a continuous 78 km, non-stop, traffic light-free motorway, and contributing to a long-lasting legacy for the community and people of Adelaide.

The T2D Project involves constructing two separate tunnels – the Southern Tunnels and the Northern Tunnels connected by an open motorway, with a combined total distance of 10.5km, open to traffic in 2031. The T2D project comprises the tunnels, surface works including road and bridge construction in addition to services buildings and complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure. The T2D Alliance is committed to providing opportunities for local people, Aboriginal workers, apprentices, trainees and job seekers who are long-term unemployed and offers people an incredible opportunity to be a part of an iconic project.

The role

Be part of something big!

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Gantry Crane Spotter to join a busy precast concrete facility manufacturing tunnel segments for one of the largest infrastructure projects in Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team working on a major infrastructure project, where safety, teamwork and attention to detail are paramount.

Working within a precast production environment, you will assist with the safe movement and handling of large precast concrete tunnel segments using gantry cranes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spot and guide gantry crane operators during lifting and movement operations.
• Maintain clear communication with crane operators and ground personnel.
• Assist with the safe positioning and handling of precast concrete segments.
• Identify potential hazards and maintain safe exclusion zones.
• Follow all site safety procedures, lifting plans and directions.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to maintain an efficient and safe work environment

About you

• Previous experience as a crane spotter or working in a similar role is preferred.
• A Dogging (DG) High Risk Work Licence will be highly regarded.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to following safe work practices.
• Ability to work a rotating 7/3/7/4 roster.

We offer

Your success is reflected in ours, and as an Alliance we are committed to being an employer of choice here in Adelaide. We pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive workplace, as different perspectives and ideas will deliver our long-term success.

We want you to be with us for the long-term, so providing you with rich career experiences and ongoing development is our priority.