Overhead Crane Operator

E3recruitment; Bradford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

10% pension contribution

Overtime paid at premium rates

Paid breaks and additional company ben

Job summary

E3recruitment is seeking an Overhead Crane Operator for a growing engineering manufacturer in Leeds. The role supports production and material handling in a state-of-the-art facility, offering long-term stability, overtime, and progression opportunities.

Responsibilities include operating overhead cranes, loading and positioning materials, and safely handling large components. An accredited FLT licence and a commitment to safe lifting practices are essential, with a clear path for skill

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating an overhead crane in engineering/manufacturing.
• Accredited FLT licence – essential.
• Experience handling large or heavy components.
• Understanding safe lifting and material handling practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to move large and heavy components safely.
• Load, unload and position materials within the production facility.
• Use lifting equipment and follow safe lifting procedures.
• Support production teams with material movement.
• Operate FLT equipment to move materials around the site.
• Work safely in line with company health and safety procedures.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

FLT licence

Material handling

Tools

FLT equipment

Job description

Overhead Crane Operator required. £18.90 per hour, three-day weekends, 33 days holiday, and a 10% pension scheme are just a few of the benefits available with this growing engineering manufacturer in Leeds.

Due to continued growth, this well-established manufacturer is looking to recruit an Operator to support production and material handling operations within a state-of-the-art engineering facility. This is a long-term opportunity offering stability, overtime, and progression.

The Overhead Crane Operator role will involve:

• Operating overhead cranes to safely move large and heavy engineering components
• Loading, unloading and positioning materials within the production facility
• Using lifting equipment and following safe lifting procedures
• Supporting production teams with the movement of materials and components
• Operating FLT equipment to move and position materials around the site
• Working safely in accordance with company procedures and health and safety requirements

In return, the role will offer:

• £32,450 annual salary including shift allowance
• Overtime paid at premium rates
• 33 days holiday
• 10% combined pension contribution
• Paid breaks and additional company benefits

Overhead Crane Operator Requirements:

• Previous experience operating an overhead crane in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Accredited FLT licence – essential
• Experience handling large or heavy components
• Good understanding of safe lifting and material handling practices

Working Hours:

• Week 1: Monday to Friday – 06:00 to 14:00
• Week 2: Monday to Thursday – 12:30 to 22:00

Based in Pudsey, the role is commutable from Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield, and surrounding areas.