Local Crane Operator — Safe Lifts, Diverse Projects

CQ Crane Hire; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CQ Crane Hire in Rockhampton is seeking skilled crane operators and dogmen for ongoing projects across commercial, industrial and infrastructure sites. Join a locally owned team with a strong safety culture and long-standing presence in Central Queensland.

Responsibilities include planning lifts, coordinating with site teams, and ensuring pre-start checks and paperwork are completed accurately. Local applicants preferred; overtime and weekend work may occur.

Qualifications

• Experience operating crane hire equipment on construction sites.
• Proven ability to plan and execute lifts safely.
• Experience completing lift plans and site paperwork.
• Ability to work with clients and site teams.
• Commitment to keeping equipment clean and ready.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate cranes and/or work as dogman on a range of plant and sites
• Plan and execute lifts safely with clear radio and hand-signal communication
• Complete pre-start checks, lift plans and site paperwork
• Work with clients, site supervisors and yard/ops team
• Keep plant and gear clean, serviceable and job-ready
• Follow CQ Crane Hire and site WHS procedures every time

Skills

Crane operation experience

Safety-focused

Clear communication

Pre-start checks

Education

High Risk Work Licence: C2/C6/C0

Construction White Card (QLD)

Valid HR/HC driver’s licence

Job description

CQ Crane Hire in Rockhampton is seeking skilled crane operators and dogmen for ongoing projects across commercial, industrial and infrastructure sites. Join a locally owned team with a strong safety culture and long-standing presence in Central Queensland.

Responsibilities include planning lifts, coordinating with site teams, and ensuring pre-start checks and paperwork are completed accurately. Local applicants preferred; overtime and weekend work may occur.