Crane Operator
St Neots, Cambridgeshire
£35,000 – £45,000 OTE per annum
Monday – Friday, Days
Are you ready to take on a rewarding role in the lifting industry? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team of professionals delivering high-quality lifting services across various locations.
As a Crane Operator, you will play a vital role in providing a safe and efficient lifting service for customers. Working collaboratively with hire desk staff, project managers, foremen, crane supervisors, and slinger/signallers, you’ll ensure every lift is completed to the highest standard, with safety as the top priority.
The Benefits:
- Trainee – £15.05/hour (starting)
- £16.02/hour (post-training, typically 6 months)
- £17.06/hour (fully qualified)
- 24 + 8 days holiday (increasing with time served in the company)
- Life insurance x 2
- Discounted health insurance scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Pension – 4% contribution
- Defined a clear progression plan
- Extensive training & qualifications
- Liebherr cranes (deemed the best cranes in the sector)
The Candidate:
- CPCS Mobile Crane Licence (A60)
- CPCS Slinger/Signaller Licence (A40)
- Class 2 driving licence
- Familiarity with specific crane models, rigging, maintenance procedures, and documentation
- Proficiency in setting and verifying rated capacity limiters and indicators
- Awareness of the effects of wind and climate on operations and the ability to halt unsafe activities
- A solid understanding of outriggers and their correct usage
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork
- Open-mindedness and passion for delivering exceptional service
- Ability to work under pressure while upholding safe practices
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate cranes in line with manufacturer instructions and safety standards
- Follow road traffic regulations and ensure safe site practices
- Communicate effectively with the project manager upon site arrival
- Conduct manual handling tasks such as the safe use of outrigger pans
- Safely access and exit cranes using ladders and grab rails
- Perform additional duties as reasonably requested by management
If you have Crane or Class 2 driving experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link.