_{02nd October, 2026}

Prime Recruitment is supporting our client to source experienced Crane Operators for a variety of shutdown opportunities across Western Australia.
Shutdown dates will vary depending on client and project requirements, with a combination of day and night shift opportunities available. Shutdowns will also vary in duration.

The Role
We are seeking experienced Crane Operators with a minimum of 5 years' crane operating experience. Previous experience operating Liebherr cranes across varying sizes is required, with rigging experience also highly advantageous.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• FIFO from Perth Airport
• Various sites across WA
• Shutdowns commencing immediately 
• Shutdown durations vary depending on client and project requirements
• Day and night shift opportunities
• Opportunities subject to project requirements and mobilisation dates

About you: Successful candidate will have:

• Minimum 5 years' experience operating cranes
• Previous experience operating Liebherr cranes of varying sizes highly desirable
• Rigging experience highly advantageous
• Current Australian Driver's Licence with HR or HC class as a minimum
• High Risk Work Licence with CO and RI classes as a minimum
• Current Crane Verification of Competency (VOC)
• Working at Heights qualification issued within the last 2 years
• White Card
• Australian working rights

Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Drug and Alcohol Screening
• Pre-Employment Medical

What's on offer:

• Competitive rates
• Weekly pay cycle
• Ongoing shutdown opportunities
• Day and night shift options
• FIFO from Perth
• Various sites across WA

Highly Desirable

• HRWL RA Advanced Rigger
• Current Tier 1 site inductions
• First Aid Certificate
• Previous major mining shutdown experience

Candidates who can provide evidence of a medical completed within the last 12 months and a LAB DAS completed within the last 28 days may be prioritised for suitable shutdown opportunities.

Have the right skills, tickets and experience? Apply now. Shortlisting is commencing immediately.

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