Crane Operator

Randstad Technologies Recruitment; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday incl bank holidays

Restaurant and retail discounts

Refer a friend £300

Progression into permanent roles

Health and wellbeing resources

Job summary

Randstad Technologies Recruitment is hiring a Crane Operator for Tata Steel Round Oak site in the West Midlands near Dudley. The role involves safely operating heavy cranes to load and move steel products at the rail terminal, outdoors, in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Full training will be provided; no direct crane experience is required. Start ASAP subject to a medical and drug/alcohol test, with an initial 6-month contract and potential extension.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working outdoors in heavy industrial environments.
• Safety-focused with knowledge of UK health and safety requirements.
• Willingness to learn; no direct crane experience required as training is provided.
• Own vehicle and UK driving licence required due to shifts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy industrial cranes to load, unload, and maneuver steel products across the rail terminal.
• Assist with movement and positioning of cargo to and from rail wagons and logistics vehicles.
• Adhere to Tata Steel health and safety protocols and operating guidelines at all times.
• Perform daily checks on crane machinery and lifting tackle.
• Report defects or safety hazards immediately.
• Carry out manual handling outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety-conscious

Driving licence

IT literacy

Verbal & written communication

Job description

Are you familiar with the Heavy Industry environment?

Are you keen to develop new skills in an 'all training provided' role?

Are you based in or around Dudley?

We have a Crane Operator position available within Tata steels Round Oak site. This railway freight terminal transports steel products on behalf of Tata steel Europe. The successful applicant will be an individual who doesn't mind working outdoors, can work independently and also thrives in a Heavy Industry environment.

Role

Crane Operator

Location

Round Oak Rail terminal, The Gateway, Pedmore Road, Brierley Hill, West Midlands, DY5 1LJ

Rate

£13.11ph. With 25% shift allowance, £16.39ph

Contract length

6 months initially with the view to extend

Start

ASAP, but pending the successful completion of a medical, which does include a drug and alcohol test

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy industrial cranes to load, unload, and maneuver steel products across the rail freight terminal
• Assist with the movement and positioning of steel cargo to and from rail wagons and logistics vehicles
• Adhere strictly to Tata Steel site health and safety protocols, following operational guidelines at all times
• Perform daily checks on crane machinery and lifting tackle
• report any defects or safety hazards immediately
• Carry out manual handling duties and material movement outdoors across all weather conditions
• Work independently on assigned tasks while coordinating effectively with the wider rail freight team to keep operations running smoothly

Essential requirements

• Comfortable working outdoors in a heavy industrial, fast-paced environment
• Highly safety-conscious with good knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation
• Willingness to learn—no direct crane experience required, as full training will be provided
• (Due to the nature of the environment and shifts) Access to own vehicle and UK Driving Licence
• Good level of verbal and written communication skill
• Good level of IT literacy skill

Benefits

• Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
• 35 days paid holiday per annum, including bank holidays
• Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
• Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
• Opportunity for progression into permanent rolesFree access to Health and Wellbeing resources for physical, mental and financial health support

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including: Right to work check, medical check and reference check