Cranes Operions Manager

Alfasi Hire is a trusted leader in the equipment hire industry, renowned for providing premium, reliable, and cutting-edge equipment solutions to clients across Australia. We pride ourselves on delivering superior service, safety, and innovation. As a GPTW (Great Place to Work) certified organisation, we're dedicated to fostering a positive, supportive, and collaborative work culture.

We are currently looking for a Cranes Operations Manager to oversee and grow our Crane Department. If you're a driven, experienced leader in crane operations and sales, this is your chance to make an impact at a fast-growing, nationally recognised company.

About the Role

The Cranes Operations Manager will play a critical role in driving the continued success and growth of Alfasi Hire's Crane Department. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Crane Department's operations, including managing sales targets, expanding the customer base, and ensuring the operational excellence of our fleet. The position is based in Queensland but involves national travel to meet customer demands and explore business opportunities across Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Achieve monthly and annual sales targets through active business development, introducing Alfasi Hire's crane equipment and services to new and existing clients.

Build and maintain relationships with customers, providing expert consultation on crane configurations, conducting lift studies, and ensuring the best solutions for their needs.

Prepare and present tailored proposals, quotes, and product solutions to clients to secure long-term dry hire opportunities.

Oversee crane operations, ensuring the fleet is well-maintained, and manage the procurement of new cranes.

Ensure smooth mobilisation and de-mobilisation of cranes, liaising with transport suppliers and clients, and providing AutoCAD drawings as required.

Lead and manage a dedicated crane team, ensuring efficiency, safety, and performance across operations.

Regularly report to Senior Management on sales performance, operational issues, market opportunities, and risks.

Travel as needed to manage sales inquiries, business opportunities, and crane mobilisation/demobilisation tasks.

Skills & Experience

Proven experience in crane operations management, sales, or business development within the equipment hire industry.

Strong knowledge of crane fleet management, maintenance, and mobilisation processes.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Ability to develop and execute sales strategies to meet business targets.

Competence in preparing proposals, quotes, and lift studies for clients.

Proficiency in AutoCAD for crane drawings is highly desirable.

Strong leadership skills, with experience managing a team.

Ability to travel as required for business opportunities and customer requirements.

Benefits of Working with Alfasi Hire

Great Place to Work (GPTW): Join a supportive, collaborative, and innovative workplace where your growth and well-being matter.

Wellness Day: Enjoy an additional paid day off for your mental health and well-being.

Paid Parental Leave: We support our employees through every stage of their life journey.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support and resources for personal and professional challenges.

Celebrations: We celebrate you Enjoy lunch, anniversaries and birthday celebrations with your team.

Career Growth: We are committed to helping you develop your skills and progress within our growing company.

If you are passionate about crane operations and want to make a significant impact at Alfasi Hire, apply now and take the next step in your career with a trusted leader in the equipment hire industry

For a confidential discussion, please call Abby Habib our Head of Talent on 0439 635 632 .

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The Alfasi Group, based in Melbourne, Australia, is a leading construction and engineering group with a diverse range of services ranging from structural steel fabrication and erection, drafting services, equipment hire, project management, design and construct of facade and structure packages and turn key projects.

The Alfasi Group employs over 250 staff ranging from project managers, project engineers, design and drafting, quality assurance, O H & S supervisors, steel erection crews as well as boilermakers and welders at our fabrication facilities.

We have the flexibility to execute projects throughout Australia, Asia and the Middle East.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

The Alfasi Group, based in Melbourne, Australia, is a leading construction and engineering group with a diverse range of services ranging from structural steel fabrication and erection, drafting services, equipment hire, project management, design and construct of facade and structure packages and turn key projects.

The Alfasi Group employs over 250 staff ranging from project managers, project engineers, design and drafting, quality assurance, O H & S supervisors, steel erection crews as well as boilermakers and welders at our fabrication facilities.

We have the flexibility to execute projects throughout Australia, Asia and the Middle East.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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