Heavy Crane Operator

Mamoet UK Ltd.; Ingleby Barwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Buy/sell holiday scheme

PPE and workwear provided

Life assurance

Company pension

Wellbeing programme

Overnight allowance

Discount platform

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Mammoet UK Ltd. is seeking a Heavy Crane Operator to independently perform lifting operations using telescopic cranes, including assembly and dismantling, maintenance, and site travel across the UK.

The role is based at the Teesside office with a strong emphasis on safety and efficiency in all lifts, reporting to the Operations Manager. Applicants should have a valid CPCS Blue Card for crane categories, experience with cranes over 200 tonnes, and a UK driving licence (Cat CIE).

Qualifications

• CPCS Blue Card with crane categories to operate large cranes.
• Proven experience operating cranes with high lifting capacities (>200 tonnes).
• Good written and spoken English for reporting and safety communications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain external and technical condition of assigned cranes and equipment.
• Prepare cranes for operation including assembling/dismantling ballast and safety systems.
• Operate cranes safely and efficiently, with travel to sites as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and supervisor instructions for lift planning and execution.

Skills

Crane operation expertise

Safety awareness

Written English

Education

CPCS Blue Card (Crane categories)

CPCS Slinger/Signaller

UK Driving Licence (Cat C/E)

Job description

Are you looking to take your career to new heights by working on some of the world's most important engineering projects? From enabling the energy transition to supporting the growth of smart cities, Mammoet's skilled crane operators help make it all happen. As a Heavy Crane Operator, you will be responsible for independently carrying out lifting operations using telescopic cranes, including the assembly and dismantling of cranes, performing maintenance on cranes and supporting equipment, and ensuring work schedules are completed safely and efficiently. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this is a full-time, permanent position based at our Teesside office. Travel throughout the UK will be required as part of the role. We are looking for candidates seeking a long-term career with Mammoet. We invest heavily in the training and development of our employees to support their professional growth, so a commitment to a long-term career is important to us.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Maintaining the external and technical condition of assigned cranes, equipment, and materials.
• Preparing cranes for operation, including extending outriggers, assembling and dismantling ballast, reeving cables, and connecting safety systems in strict accordance with manufacturer instructions and company policies.
• Operating cranes safely and efficiently, including driving them to and from work sites where required.
• Complying with and implementing all safety procedures in accordance with company, equipment, and customer requirements.
• Following the instructions of the Supervisor and ensuring that every lifting operation is planned and executed safely.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Valid Blue CPCS Card with the relevant crane categories
• Proven experience operating cranes with a lifting capacity of over 200 tonnes
• Good standard of written and spoken English
• Valid UK driving licence including category CIE
• CPCS Slinger/Signaller qualifications
• Knowledge of LOLER, BS 7121 and other relevant lifting standards

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

• Salary competitive depending on experience (plus overnight allowance and overtime rates)
• 25 days holiday per year, plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• All PPE and workwear provided
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee wellbeing programme with EAP and counselling available
• Life assurance
• Company pension
• Access to high street savings and discounts plus more on our online platform!