Mobile Crane Operator — Mechanical Projects (Weekly Pay)

Smartrecruiters, Inc.; Southland; Hybrid; NZD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Permanent full-time

Job summary

Smartrecruiters, Inc. in Southland is seeking an Experienced Mobile Crane Operator for full-time mechanical engineering projects.

You will safely operate a Mobile crane to support mechanical works, lifting and positioning equipment on site, working with mechanical trades and riggers to maintain safe lifting practices. Responsibilities include testing plant operation, operating crane controls, reading lift plans, and ensuring safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant crane operation experience.
• Background in mechanical, piping, or industrial construction projects.
• Knowledge of load charts, lifting limits, rigging practices, and site safety protocols.
• Ability to read and execute lift plans and site procedures.
• Physically fit and able to work long shifts in an industrial environment.
• Driver’s license and tickets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test plant operation before use to ensure safety.
• Operate cranes to rotate, move, raise/lower booms, and hook objects.
• Coordinate with riggers to position loads.
• Control load movement and monitor speed, braking distances and signaling.
• Monitor instruments to detect malfunctions.
• Lubricate ropes and winches; replace worn cables.
• Operate cranes with attachments for demolition or pile driving.
• Operate overhead cranes using hand controls.

Skills

Load charts

Rigging practices

Site safety

Lift plans

Clear communication

Education

Crane operator qualification preferred

Tools

Crane controls

Job description

Smartrecruiters, Inc. in Southland is seeking an Experienced Mobile Crane Operator for full-time mechanical engineering projects.

You will safely operate a Mobile crane to support mechanical works, lifting and positioning equipment on site, working with mechanical trades and riggers to maintain safe lifting practices. Responsibilities include testing plant operation, operating crane controls, reading lift plans, and ensuring safety protocols.