Crane Operators

Crane Operators

Contract Type:

Casual

Salary:

 -  

Location:

Regional WA - Western Australia 

Industry:

Trades & Services

Date Published:

29-Oct-2026

DRD Group is seeking experienced Crane Operators - C1 & C6 ticketed  with strong construction project experience to join our client for an immediate start.

You will be working on construction project of a paste plant at a Gold mine undertaking critical lifting operations.

You'll need experience in Conducting lifting operations in either a <60t or <100t Crane for construction project works.

Key Responsibilities
  • Pre-Start Inspections: Conduct daily safety checks, monitor gauges, and test operational capabilities before starting a lift.
  • Site Communication: Coordinate with ground crews, dogmen, and riggers via radios or hand signals to guide blind or complex lifts.
  • Load Management: Calculate weights, verify load charts, and ensure items stay well within the crane's safe working limits.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic servicing, including lubricating cables and winches, cleaning parts, and logging maintenance records.
Roster
  • 3:1 preferred roster
  • 2:1 roster may be considered
  • 2x positions available
Duration
  • Immediate mobilisation
  • Current scope anticipated through to Christmas
Hours
  • Paid 12 hours on Night Shift
  • Paid 11.5 hours on Day Shift
Rates
  • Night Shift: $78.20/hr Flat Rate
  • Day Shift: $68/hr Flat Rate
  • Additional $3.00/hr PIP Allowance
Requirements and Qualifications
  • C6 or C1 Crane Operator ticket
  • HRWL for the appropriate category
  • White Card
  • National Police Clearance (issued within the last 3 months)
If you are available for an immediate start and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please APPLY NOW.

RESPECTFULLY AUSTRALIAN WORKING RIGHTS ONLY

For more information regarding this opportunity, please click APPLY or contact Melvern on 08 9437 4400 or via email at  melvern.manuksuk@drdgroup.com.au.

DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams across the Energy, Resources, Defence, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.

DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
 
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