Crane Operator

Pertemps Dudley Industrial; Kates Hill; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Long-term ongoing work

Support from recruitment team

Job summary

Pertemps Dudley Industrial in Cradley Heath is seeking a full‑time Crane Operator / Forklift Driver to move steel and heavy materials safely. You will operate an overhead crane and a counterbalance forklift, with rotating shifts: 6:00–14:00 and 13:30–22:00, Monday to Friday, (Friday 14:00–20:00).

This temp‑to‑perm role offers £14.50 per hour, weekly pay, and the chance to secure a permanent position after a successful trial.

Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes and forklifts in a steel/industrial setting.
• Valid Counterbalance forklift licence.
• Strong health and safety awareness and reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Operate counterbalance forklift and overhead crane to move steel and heavy materials
• Load and unload materials and deliveries
• Conduct safety checks and maintenance on lifting equipment
• Keep work area clean and safe; follow health and safety procedures

Skills

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Steel handling

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Education

Counterbalance forklift licence

Job description

Based at a steel manufacturing and engineering facility in Cradley, this full‑time Crane Operator position offers £14.50 per hour on a temp-to-perm basis.

The successful candidate will handle steel and heavy materials, operating both an overhead crane and a forklift safely. Working hours rotate weekly: 6.00am–2.00pm Monday to Friday, or 1.30pm–10.00pm Monday to Thursday with a 2.00pm–8.00pm Friday shift.

Duties include moving and loading materials, conducting safety checks, and supporting production. Previous experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and steel handling is essential. Strong awareness of health and safety plus good communication skills are required.

Overhead Crane Operator / Forklift Driver. Location: Cradley Heath. Salary: £14.50 per hour. Hours: 6.00am – 2.00pm Monday – Friday / 1.30pm – 10.00pm Monday – Thursday - 2.00pm – 8.00pm Friday - rotating shift. Job Type: Temp to Perm.

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Forklift Driver / Overhead Crane Operator to join a busy steel manufacturing and engineering environment in Dudley. The successful candidate will have previous experience handling steel and heavy materials, along with experience operating both a forklift and overhead crane. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, offering the chance to secure a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

The Role

As a Forklift Driver / Overhead Crane Operator, you will be responsible for the safe movement, loading and unloading of steel, raw materials and finished products around the site.

• Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently
• Operating an overhead crane to lift, move and position steel and heavy materials
• Loading and unloading steel, sheet metal and other heavy materials
• Moving raw materials and finished products around the factory
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles
• Supplying production areas with steel and materials as required
• Storing steel and materials safely within designated areas
• Using lifting equipment and attachments safely
• Carrying out daily forklift and lifting equipment checks
• Working closely with production and manufacturing teams
• Completing relevant paperwork and stock movements
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment
• Following all Health & Safety procedures and company policies

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Forklift Driver, FLT Driver, Counterbalance Driver or Materials Handler
• A valid Counterbalance Forklift Licence
• Previous experience operating an overhead crane
• Experience handling steel, sheet metal or other heavy materials
• Previous experience within a steel, manufacturing, engineering, fabrication or industrial environment
• Confident operating forklifts around heavy and oversized materials
• Experience loading and unloading steel and other industrial products
• Good understanding of safe lifting and material handling procedures
• Strong awareness of workplace Health & Safety
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy team

What We Offer

• £14.50 per hour
• Hours: 6.00am – 2.00pm Monday – Friday / 1.30pm – 10.00pm Monday – Thursday - 2.00pm – 8.00pm Friday - rotating shift
• Day shift
• Temporary to permanent opportunity
• Weekly pay
• Long-term ongoing work
• Genuine opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Support from the Pertemps recruitment team