Crane Operator
Operate stationary or mobile cranes to lift and position heavy objects.
Job opportunities
179
Jobs on SEEK right now
Job growth
-6.5%*
Projected job growth in 5 years
Salary
$130k
Most common salary
Job satisfaction
4.2
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What can I earn as a Crane Operator?
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The most common annual salary in AUS for a Crane Operator is between $120k and $140k
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How do Crane Operators rate their role?
Latest reviews from 24 Crane Operators surveyed on SEEK
Work-life balance
3.6
Job satisfaction
4.2
Career progression opportunities
3.9
Job security
3.6
Pay / Salary
4.1
Variety of work
4.2
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Crane operating is a intersting and diverse job that is rewarded by a very good salary package for the right people
Reviewer's Qualification
Open mobile and open tower crane operator
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Medium (20-199 employees)
Specialisation
Construction Crane Operating
The good things
Crane Operations are one of the most important aspects to the construction industry and you as an operator are very important in this role, you earn the respect of other workers by being a competent o...
The challenges
Tower Crane operating requires a very good head for heights and good abilities to focus on specific points of where your hook is and where your co-workers are at all times. be prepared to work long ho...
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It is not an industry for soft people, but the rewards good, your health will improve, and you will be working with the salt of the earth.
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate IV in Training (Workplace)
Experience
1 – 4 years
Organisation size
Medium (20-199 employees)
Specialisation
Open Crane operator/Rigger
The good things
There is always a great deal of satisfaction, in seeing others in our field. At my stage of life I would love to give back to others, what this industry has given me.
The challenges
If your going into this industry, be proud of it, and represent it with the best of your ability, don’t be shy, be accurate, workers lives are in your hands....
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