20 Crane Operator jobs in the United Kingdom

MB623: Mobile Crane Operator
Location: Barnsley and surrounding area
Salary: £30,000 - £6,000 ( 3 to 8 per hour DOE)
Working hours: 40 hours per week across 7 days with occasional overnight stays
Benefits: Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours and double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays, Enhanced Pension, Ongoing training and development

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are working in partnership with a fantastic business to recruit a Class 1 Crane Operator to join their team in Barnsley on a permanent basis.
A Mobile Crane Driver is responsible for operating an all-terrain mobile telescopic to lift, move, position, and reposition loads as required by the customer.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate an all-terrain mobile telescopic crane.
• Drive the crane from the depot and arrive on the requested site at the time of request.
• Set up the crane as per the relevant machine manufacturers' operating manual
• Operate the crane via communications from onsite slinger/signallers' utilising 2-way radios or hand signals.
• Fit fly-jib as required by customer and remove on completion of relevant lifts for stowing on machine.
• Complete operator timesheet relevant to the requested hire.
• Carry out pre-operational checks on machine as required via company policy and complete company documentation identifying any issues arising from those checks.
• Complete routine maintenance as required with the assistance of the depot crane engineer as required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Blue CPCS card for Mobile Cranes (red card accepted).
• A valid HGV Class 2 Licence.
• Must be able to pass a mobile crane operator safety critical work medical.
• Previous experience operating all terrain mobile telescopic cranes.

MB623: Mobile Crane Operator
Location: Barnsley and surrounding area
Salary:  £ ,000 - 6,000 ( 3 to 8 per hour DOE)
Working hours: 40 hours per week across 7 days with occasional overnight stays
Benefits: Overtime paid at time and a half over 40 hours and double time on Sundays and Bank Holidays, Enhanced Pension, Ongoing training and development

Mobile Crane Operator

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Colne, Lancashire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break). Overtime available.

Salary: £Competitive (DOE)

Benefits:

• Company mobile phone
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave based on service (first increase of one day after 2 years)
• Death in service

About the Company:

Within the Falcon Group is Falcon Tower Crane Services, the largest tower crane supplier in the UK and one of the largest in the world with just under 450 tower cranes nationwide. Falcon Power Generation with 400 generators nationwide along with Falcon Freight who operate a fleet of 35 HGV vehicles with a selection of units supporting artic and rigid HIAB cranes.

Due to the continued expansion within the Group, Falcon Freight are seeking to recruit a Mobile Crane Operator for an aluminium truck crane.

The successful applicant should have previous experience working as a Mobile Crane Operator.

The Role:

As a Mobile Crane Operator for an aluminium truck crane, you will be responsible for operating a Klaas K950 truck mounted crane carrying out various lifting operations under Contract Lifts and CPA Hires.

• Liaise with the Site Manager/Project Manager/Crane supervisor upon arrival at site and throughout your time on site.
• Be confident with rigging and maintenance procedures and conversant with all crane documentation.
• Be conversant with the correct use of outriggers.
• Setting and checking the functioning of the rated capacity limiter.
• Perform the correct use of manual handling, i.e. Outrigger Pans.
• Be able to assimilate and apply information contained in reports and duty charts relating to the range of duties and safe use of the crane.
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• CPCS Mobile Cranes -- All Duties
• CPCS Slinger / Signaller -- All Types -- Static Duties
• CPCS Appointed Person -- Lifting Operations.
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety in the Workplace

Key Skills & Personal Attributes:

• Ability to follow manufacturer guidelines and safe systems of work
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear communication and strong customer service skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions (PPE provided)
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Commitment to safety and following company procedures
• Physically fit and confident working at height
• Positive attitude, good timekeeping, and a desire to learn and develop

If you have the experience and ambition to match, we'd love to hear from you.

Pedestrian Crane Operator - Glasgow 

Tec-Source requires 1 x Pedestrian Crane Operator for a project in the Glasgow area.

Applicants must have a valid CPCS & full PPE to be considered for this role.

• Immediate start

Rates are negotiable. 14 weeks work!

If you are interested in this position and/or require more information, please apply. 

CPCS Crane Operator (A04C) - Immediate Start

£23/HR | 10-11 Hour Shifts | 5-Month Contract

We're urgently seeking an experienced CPCS Crane Operator (A40)  for a commercial project. This is a great opportunity for a skilled operator to secure a 5-month contract with an excellent rate of pay.

Key Requirements:

• CPCS A40  card is essential.
• Must have experience operating a Self-Erecting Tower Crane.
• Ready for an immediate start on Monday.
• References essential.

This is a full-time role with 10 to 11-hour shifts. If you have the required experience and certification, we want to hear from you.

To apply, please call Jack 

Tec-Source requires 1x Pedestrian Crane Operator for a project in the Stropshire area.

Applicants must have a valid CPCS & full PPE to be considered for this role.

• Immediate start (22/09/25)

If you are interested in this position and/or require more information, please call a member of our team on any of the numbers below.

• Anthony (phone number removed)
• Ross (phone number removed)
• Office (phone number removed)

Role- Overhead Crane Operator

Location- Bradford BD12

Hours- either 06am – 2.30pm or late shift 11am – 9pm Mon- Fri

Basic rate £ depending upon experience with shift allowance up to £15.55

We are working with a leading steel stockholder, supplying to the UK defence and ship building industries. 

Currently looking for an experienced FLT operative
You will need experience operating Overhead Cranes, experience of an Engineering manufacturing environment

Would be a distinct advantage 
Duties will involve –
Loading and unloading of materials using FLT and overhead Crane
Carry out Quality checks and verification of products
Maintain good housekeeping practices
Maintain health and safety standards
You will ideally come from a heavy Engineering background

Spider Crane Operator required for immediate start.

Structural glass design manufactures and installs walk on glass floors and rooflights. We also lift and install glass for other people and businesses.

We a looking for a responsible individual to join our small team of fitters, however, the majority of time you will be working alone undertaking glass lifting services using a spider crane. You will require an A66 compact crane cert and either a Class 2 driving licence or be able to drive a 7.5T van.

Although you will be based in Rossendale, Lancashire, you will be working throughout the UK which will often require overnight stays away from home and some early starts. In addition to driving and operating a spider crane, you will be required to work with our installers and our clients installers/builders on site installing rooflights and lifting glass.

Glass/glazing experience would be advantageous, but is not a requirement.

More information on our products can be found at our website: structural-glass.com & glass-lifting.com

Requirements

Class 2 or 7.5T Driving licence.

A66 Compact Crane certification.

Spider crane experience.

Willing to work away from home during the week.

Motivated and enthusiastic approach to work.

Benefits

• Excellent opportunity to work with high end structural glass.
• Gain experience with spider cranes and vacuum lifters.
• Learn specialist glazing & installation skiils.
• Work in a variety of environments throughout the UK.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE MADE THROUGH THE FORM BELOW:

Our Major Projects team are recruiting 1x Blue CPCS Crawler Crane Operator  for work in Warwick (CV34).

Please note that due to the site location, you must have your own transport . Site is inaccessible via public transport.

Job Details

• Location: Warwick (CV34)
• Start: Monday 6/10/25
• Duration: 1 week (holiday cover)
• Working hours: 07:30-17:00 (9hrs paid) Monday-Friday
• Rates: £28ph
• Duties: Operating a 135t Crawler Crane on a Civils project .

Essential requirements

• Blue CPCS (Crawler Crane)
• Own Transport
• Full PPE
• Checkable work references

To Apply

Click Apply Now below to submit your information, or call/text/WhatsApp - (phone number removed)

MechWorx LTD are seeking experienced overhead / gantry crane operators with SC Clearance to support our on-going projects across the UK. This is for an immediate or short notice start.

The role is to operate heavy-duty gantry cranes to safely lift and move materials, conducts daily equipment inspections, collaborates with riggers and ground crews, adheres to strict safety protocols,

The role demands excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a plant or similar industrial or nuclear environment.

Key Responsibilities

Overhead / Gantry Crane Operation: Safely operate heavy-duty gantry and overhead cranes to lift, move, and position large and heavy materials.

Safety & Inspection: Perform daily equipment inspections, pre-start checks, and routine safety inspections to ensure your equipment are in optimal working condition before use.

Coordination: Work closely with site managers, riggers, banksmen, and ground crews to coordinate overhead / gantry operations and ensure smooth material flow and plant performance.

Maintenance: Conduct minor repairs to the machinery within your capability and report any issues to supervisors.

Documentation: Keep records of materials moved and follow company instructions and guidelines.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience: Proven experience operating gantry cranes. Nuclear experience is desirable.

Other:

Flexible Payment Options

Weekly Pay

Overview:

- Role: Overhead/Gantry Crane Operator
- Shifts available: Nights
- Duration: 12 months with possible extension
- Location: North West England
- Required experience: Experience in either: Petrochemical or nuclear sites
- Qualifications needed: Overhead/Gantry ticket & SC clearance
- Start date/Availability: Must be available immediately or with 1 weeks' notice.

Should you be interested and match the requirements, please get in contact now by applying or reach out for more information on