Mobile Crane jobs in Australia
Search mobile crane jobs with construction companies, crane hire businesses and mining operations across Australia. Mobile crane operators lift and place heavy loads across construction sites, offering strong pay for a genuinely skilled trade.
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HR Manager
Human Resources & Recruitment / Management - Internal
Job summary
The HR Manager will lead and direct the human resources functions at Oscar Mobile Pty Ltd, ensuring the delivery of high-quality HR services while sup
Mobile Plant Operator
Farming, Animals & Conservation / Farm Labour
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We are seeking an experienced Plant Operator to join our broadacre cropping operation in Kellerberrin, Western Australia.
Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator
Farming, Animals & Conservation / Farm Labour
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Be a-part of a passionate farming operation operating modern farm machinery, prioritising personal development, on the job training and quality work
Diesel Motor Mechanic (Mobile Plant Technician)
Trades & Services / Technicians
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Forks 4 U PTY LTD are seeking a reliable Mobile Plant Mechanic / Diesel Fitter to join our team!
Agricultural Mobile Plant Operator – MULTIPLE POSITIONS
Farming, Animals & Conservation / Farm Labour
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We are seeking full-time Agricultural Mobile Plant Operators – MULTIPLE POSITIONS- to join our team in Hyden WA
Mobile Plant Operator, Irrigationist Assistant, Facility Supervisor
Farming, Animals & Conservation / Other
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Wolfies Farms is seeking motivated and experienced candidates to join our agricultural operations team in Rossmoya, QLD.
Supervisor / Business Development
CEO & General Management
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About the role Supervisor / Business Development Manager responsible for identifying, developing and maintaining business opportunities alongside a general hire portfolio.
Mobile Mechanic
Trades & Services / Technicians
Job summary
A better way to work as a mechanic.
Mobile Mechanic
Trades & Services / Technicians
Job summary
A better way to work as a mechanic.
Mobile Mechanic
Trades & Services / Technicians
Job summary
A better way to work as a mechanic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mobile crane operators lift and place heavy loads using truck or all-terrain mounted cranes. Work includes planning lifts safely with riggers and dogman, conducting pre-start inspections, positioning loads precisely, and completing logbooks documenting each lift performed. Coordinating closely with riggers and dogman is routine for every lift.
You need a high risk work licence matched to the crane's capacity, ranging from class C6 for smaller cranes through to C1 for the largest slewing mobile cranes, obtained through accredited training and assessment. Higher capacity cranes require progressively advanced licence classes and demonstrated experience.
Precise spatial awareness manoeuvring loads safely, strong communication with riggers and dogman during lifts, and unwavering focus on safety given the serious risks heavy lifting carries near people and structures. A methodical, careful approach to lift planning defines reliable crane operation.
Crane hire companies, construction contractors and mining companies all employ mobile crane operators. Major infrastructure and construction projects generate substantial, sustained demand for skilled crane operators nationally. Renewable energy and infrastructure projects also generate substantial nationwide demand steadily.
Operators progress through higher crane licence classes toward larger, more complex crane operation, then crane crew supervisor or lift planning roles. Experienced operators often command premium rates for major project work. Strong safety records and reliability often accelerate progression into leadership roles.


