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What this job is
A crane, hoist or lift operator controls mobile and fixed lifting equipment on construction sites, mines, ports, and manufacturing facilities to move heavy loads safely and efficiently. The operator manages the equipment's mechanical and hydraulic systems, interprets load charts and rigging specifications, and coordinates with ground personnel to position loads precisely while maintaining strict compliance with Safe Work Australia standards and site safety protocols.
Pay
A$3,411 a week
This is the median for full-time employees who are not managers and are paid at the adult rate, before tax and salary sacrifice. It is a guide to what the work pays, not a wage rate.
Source: ABS Survey of Employee Earnings and Hours, May 2025, customised report.
What this role asks for
- Active Listeningcore
- Attention to Detailcore
- Incident Reportingcore
- Multitaskingcore
- Policy and Procedure Adherencecore
- Problem Solvingcore
- Regulatory and Legislative Awarenesscore
- Risk Identificationcore
- Stakeholder Communicationcore
- Team Collaborationcore
- Time Management and Prioritisationcore
- Verbal Communicationcore
- Workload Self-Managementcore
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Basic Arithmetic and Numerical Accuracy
- Continuous Learning and Upskilling
- Dispatch Documentation
- Forklift Licence Coordination
- Quality Assurance and Checking
- Record Management