# Crane Operator

**Company:** Isaac Group
**Department:** Isaac Construction
**Role:** Construction
**Location:** Greymouth
**Employment type:** Full-time

**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.

**How to Apply**

To apply, submit a CV outlining your relevant experience, qualifications or contact Sara Swailes 027 4398724 For a confidential discussion and more details about the role.

_Note to Recruitment Agencies: Please do not submit unsolicited applications for this position._

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