Trainee Crane Operator

3 hours ago

Gladstone Queensland, Australia Queensland Alumina Limited Full time $45,000 - $60,000 per year

Your new career opportunity

Trainee Crane Operator
Are you looking to kickstart your career in heavy industry and learn a highly valued trade? We're offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team as a Trainee Crane Driver.

In this hands-on role, you'll receive structured on-the-job training and gain practical experience operating cranes and performing rigging duties in a dynamic industrial environment.

About Your Role

  • Learn the day-to-day operational duties associated with crane operations
  • Receive on-the-job training to comply with rigging procedures and slinging techniques
  • Participate in daily toolbox meetings and contribute to a safe work environment
  • Assist with the development and completion of lift plans as required
  • Ensure cranes are inspected, maintained, and operated in a safe, clean, and tidy condition
  • Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, and commitment to safety and work quality

What you will bring

  • Able to manage physical work in a potentially hot environment
  • Willing to adapt to changing work conditions and tasks
  • Strong attention to detail and good time management skills
  • Able to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Positive, motivated attitude with strong focus on safety
  • Reliable, with strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us different.

At QAL, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

If you are looking for a new venture and the chance to work for a company that cares about being Safe, Stable and Sustainable, apply today.

Applications close Sunday, 19 October 2025

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