Position Description

Position Title: Crane Operator

Hedland Harbour Industries is a small family-owned business based out of Port Hedland.

HHI is a general hire company that services the communities within the Pilbara's needs,

ranging from Crane Operations, relocation, scaffolding, dry hire, mine shutdowns, etc.

Position Overview

This role is a full-time, Port Hedland-based position offering a competitive hourly rate and a meal allowance. The position operates on a flexible roster (e.g., 4:1, 5:2, 6:3) that is adjusted daily to suit the current scope of work.

Duties/Responsibilties:

• Completing Daily Pre-Starts on all equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and protocols.
• Operate cranes and hoists.
• Keep and update maintenance and activity log.
• Coordinate with ground operators and interpret hand and verbal signals.
• Lubricate ropes and winches on cranes.
• Observe crane operation, instruments, and gauges to identify any signs of malfunction.
• Directly control the speed, acceleration, and braking of loads.
• Manage and operate crane controls.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 12 months current operating experience.
• Minimum of CN (Crane ops) endorsement on your high-risk license.
• Be able to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, including Drug &

Alcohol screening prior to flight being booked.

• Positive & Can-Do attitude.

Desirable Criteria:

• Current inductions for the following Pilbara mine sites; RTIO, Roy Hill, SINO, BHP, FMG, PPA - will be highly regarded.
• VOC for your high-risk license endorsements (CO LTM VOC highly desirable)
• Scaffolder tickets
• MC License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.00 – $52.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person