Job Title: Crane Operator Reports To: Operations Manager Location: UK & Ireland Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Crane Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating various types of cranes to lift, move, position and reposition loads. This role requires a strong understanding of crane operations, safety protocols, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Additional tasks of the Crane Operator are performing routing maintenance and the maintenance and inspection of the corresponding lifting equipment supplied with the crane. Duties & Key Responsibilities: Operate crane under general supervision. Manipulate crane controls to regulate speed and direction of the crane and hoist movement according to verbal or signal instructions. Carryout minor repairs to the crane as needed. Daily inspections on crane for safety issues. Determine if any parts are malfunctioning. Complete Daily/Weekly Inspection Reports, Daily Hire Sheets, and all other necessary paperwork. Lift, position and place various loads, equipment or other objects on GPSS/Client sites and industrial facilities. Drive cranes to various worksites. Rig crane to manufacturers specifications, place Nylacase Mats under outriggers to prevent overturning when lifting heavy loads. Operator levers to rotate crane, raise and lower crane boom and to raise and lower hoist rope. Work within the crane limits. Operate crane according to signals from Signaller. Follow directions carefully. Perform a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed by GPSS Crane Division Managing Director. Qualifications Required: Hold a clean, current and full driving license with a C category. Hold a current CPCS or NPORS card with the category of Mobile Crane. Fluent in both spoken and written English. Physically fit and able to work in various weather conditions and at heights. Be able to work as part of a team and work on own using own initiatives. Health & Safety: Compliance with and commitment to All GPSS Policies & Procedures It shall be the responsibility of every employee while at work:- To take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work and; Employees must co-operate with their Employers and Co-Workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements.