Crane Operator

**Who We Are**

Zinfra is a leading partner in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Australia’s energy and utilities infrastructure. Delivering a $1B portfolio annually, the work we do is essential to bringing energy to our communities safely and reliably, while powering the nation’s energy transition. With a diverse workforce of more than 2,300, we expertly deliver our services across Australia.

**About the role**

We’re on the lookout for a PERU Crane Operator to join our dedicated team at our Thomastown Depot.

In this hands-on role, you’ll play a critical part in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical networks. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include safely operating specialised plant and equipment, with a strong focus on boring holes and lifting power poles into position with the PERU Crane.

If you're confident behind the controls and thrive in a dynamic outdoor environment, this is your chance to work with a skilled team making a real difference to community infrastructure.

**Key Responsibilities include**
- Provide assistance and plant operation support to electrical line workers
- Completing risk assessments/job safety analysis prior to commencing work at each site
- Support various crews in safely upgrading and maintaining the network
- Completion of work tasks within required time frames to meet customer requirements

**About You**

The successful applicant will have experience working in a similar role within the construction industry and have the following:

- Valid HR Drivers Licence - with HC (Heavy Combination) licence
- Current Work Safe Licence To Perform High Risk Work with C2 Endorsement
- Work Safely in the electrical environment, knowledge and understanding of electrical legislation, codes and standards of practice

**Why you should work for us**

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future.

Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace, flexible work arrangements, various leave benefits, career development pathways, a wellbeing program, and more.

We believe Zinfra is a great place to belong—but don’t just take our word for it; hear our team members share what working at Zinfra means to them.

**Recruitment Process**

During our recruitment process, you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check.

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