Mobile Crane Operator

Falcon Tower Crane Services; Foulridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading crane service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Mobile Crane Operator for an aluminium truck crane. The role involves operating a Klaas K950 crane while ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures. Candidates should have relevant CPCS certifications and a strong focus on customer service and safety. This position involves working outdoors in various conditions and requires physical fitness and a commitment to learning.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Mobile Crane Operator with trucks.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety in the Workplace.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Site Manager/Crane supervisor upon arrival.
• Operate Klaas K950 crane for lifting operations.
• Follow safe systems of work and manufacturer guidelines.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Physically fit

Ability to work under pressure

Education

CPCS Mobile Cranes -- All Duties

CPCS Slinger / Signaller -- All Types

CPCS Appointed Person

Job description

Due to the continued expansion within the Group, Falcon Freight are seeking to recruit a Mobile Crane Operator for an aluminium truck crane. The successful applicant should have previous experience working as a Mobile Crane Operator.

The Role

As a Mobile Crane Operator for an aluminium truck crane, you will be responsible for operating a Klaas K950 truck mounted crane carrying out various lifting operations under Contract Lifts and CPA Hires.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with the Site Manager/Project Manager/Crane supervisor upon arrival at site and throughout your time on site.
• Be confident with rigging and maintenance procedures and conversant with all crane documentation.
• Be conversant with the correct use of outriggers.
• Setting and checking the functioning of the rated capacity limiter.
• Perform the correct use of manual handling, i.e. Outrigger Pans.
• Be able to assimilate and apply information contained in reports and duty charts relating to the range of duties and safe use of the crane.
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• CPCS Mobile Cranes -- All Duties
• CPCS Slinger / Signaller -- All Types -- Static Duties
• CPCS Appointed Person -- Lifting Operations.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety in the Workplace

Key Skills & Personal Attributes

• Ability to follow manufacturer guidelines and safe systems of work
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear communication and strong customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressureWillingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions (PPE provided)
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Commitment to safety and following company procedures
• Physically fit and confident working at height
• Positive attitude, good timekeeping, and a desire to learn and develop

If you have the experience and ambition to match, we'd love to hear from you.

Within the Falcon Group is Falcon Tower Crane Services, the largest tower crane supplier in the UK and one of the largest in the world with just under 450 tower cranes nationwide. Falcon Power Generation with 400 generators nationwide along with Falcon Freight who operate a fleet of 35 HGV vehicles with a selection of units supporting artic and rigid HIAB cranes.