Crane Operator

The Isaac Construction Co Limited; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Medical insurance

Job summary

The Isaac Construction Co Limited is seeking an experienced Crane Operator to join our Greymouth-based construction team. This permanent role focuses on safe, efficient crane and plant operation across West Coast civil projects.

You will work with site supervisors and crews to support earthworks, bridges, and roading works while upholding HSE standards and ensuring premium quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Full NZ Class 4 licence, Class 2 Pilot Licence and BESS Certification plus proven experience operating mobile and/or truck-mounted cranes on civil projects.
• Sound understanding of NZ health and safety legislation and safe lifting practices.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile, crawler, and truck-mounted cranes safely and efficiently on civil construction sites.
• Operate other plant and perform labouring duties as required.
• Plan and execute lifts in collaboration with riggers and site crews following lift plans and SWMS.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and traffic management to coordinate worksites.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental policies and permit-to-work systems.

Skills

Good communication

Safe crane operation

Team collaboration

Education

NZ Class 4 licence

Class 2 Pilot Licence

BESS Certification

Job description

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Crane Operator to join our Construction team in Greymouth. This permanent role is ideal for an operator who takes pride in safe, efficient crane/plant operation and contributing to high-quality civil infrastructure projects. You will work closely with site supervisors, riggers and project teams to support earthworks, bridge, and roading projects across the West Coast operating cranes and a variety of other plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate mobile cranes, crawler cranes, truck-mounted cranes and other lifting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operate other plant including diggers, loaders and other construction plant along with labouring duties as and when required.
• Plan and execute lifts in collaboration with riggers and site crews, following lift plans, SWMS and site-specific requirements.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors, traffic management personnel and other stakeholders to coordinate worksites and minimise disruption.
• Adhere to all health, safety and environmental policies, participate in site inductions and follow permit-to-work systems.

Skills & Experience

• A Full NZ Class 4 licence, Class 2 Pilot Licence, BESS Certification and proven experience operating mobile and/or truck-mounted cranes on civil construction projects.
• WTR and proven experience operating other construction plant would be an advantage but not essential.
• Competence in basic rigging and slinging, or formal rigging qualifications will be an advantage.
• Sound understanding of NZ health and safety legislation and safe lifting practices.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and contractors.
• Legal right to work in New Zealand is essential.

Benefits and Rewards – Careers in Civil Construction

• Permanent: Full-time, stable role based in Greymouth with projects across the West Coast region.
• Competitive Package: Attractive hourly rate + medical insurance.
• Supportive Team: Join a safety-focused, inclusive team that values wellbeing and collaboration.
• Development: Access to ongoing training, upskilling and clear career progression within civil infrastructure.
• Impact: Play a vital role in delivering durable, safe infrastructure for local communities.

Pre-employment and Eligibility

• All successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, which may include drug and alcohol screening.
• Reference and qualification checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.
• Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.