Mobile Crane Operator

We're on the lookout for a skilled Mobile Crane Operator. If you have a sharp eye, a steady hand, and are currently based in Queenstown, this is your chance to join a respected team. You'll work closely with site supervisors, riggers, and the wider project team to deliver projects on time and to budget, while upholding our commitment to health and safety.

Smith Crane and Construction is a family owned business with over 30 years of experience, offering exceptional service across crane hire, civil construction (including marine civil and pre cast manufacturing), transportation, and wind energy installation and maintenance. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture, commitment to safety, and continuing our family tradition of excellent customer focus and job execution.

• Operate mobile cranes in accordance with lift plans and site requirements
• Assist with crane mobilisation, setup and demobilisation
• Inspect and maintain lifting equipment; report defects promptly
• Communicate clearly with team members during lifting operations
• Perform routine crane maintenance and safety checks
• Ensure compliance with company policies and health & safety regulations
• Represent Smith Crane & Construction professionally at all times

• Minimum 2 years' crane operation experience in construction/infrastructure
• Based in Queenstown, or intending to relocate
• New Zealand Certificate in Crane Operation (Level 3 or 4) - desirable
• Unit Standards in crane operation (e.g., US 3795, 3789) or equivalent Australian qualifications (with NZQA equivalency)
• Full NZ Driver's License with appropriate endorsements (Class 2 or 4, WTR) or valid Australian heavy vehicle license (with ability to transfer)
• Strong understanding of safe lifting practices and NZ health & safety regulations
• Ability to pass a drug & alcohol test and pre employment medical
• Excellent situational awareness, decision making, and teamwork skills
• Physically fit and able to work in varied environment

• Overtime rates
• Queenstown location
• Minimum guaranteed: 40 hours per week
• Join a supportive, down to earth team
• Opportunity to grow your career and industry knowledge
• Join an industry leader in NZ Construction projects

Please note, successful candidates will be subject to pre employment drug and alcohol testing, a pre employment medical and police vetting.

You must also have the right to legally live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.