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Heavy Lift Crawler Crane operator
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Heavy Lift Crawler Crane Operator
Location: UK Wide (Various Project Locations)
Contract Type: Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: TBC
Working Hours: Dependent on Project Requirements
Rate: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
Job Overview
We are currently recruiting experienced Heavy Lift Crawler Crane Operators for a long-term, 12-month contract supporting major construction, infrastructure and heavy-lifting projects across the UK. We are particularly interested in operators with proven experience operating large-capacity crawler cranes, specifically the Demag CC8800, Terex/Demag CC9800 and Liebherr LR11350. Successful candidates will have a strong background in complex heavy-lifting operations, excellent safety awareness and the flexibility to work across various UK project locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate heavy-lift crawler cranes, particularly CC8800, CC9800 and LR11350 models.
- Perform complex lifting operations in accordance with approved lift plans and site safety procedures.
- Conduct pre-use inspections and routine operational checks.
- Work closely with Appointed Persons, Lift Supervisors, Slingers and Signallers to ensure safe lifting operations.
- Assess lifting conditions, ground stability and crane configurations before operations.
- Ensure compliance with LOLER, PUWER and relevant UK health and safety regulations.
- Identify and report equipment defects, operational hazards and safety concerns.
- Support crane mobilisation, assembly and dismantling activities within the operator's competency and responsibilities.
- Maintain accurate operational records and inspection documentation.
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Essential Requirements
- Proven experience operating large-capacity crawler cranes.
- Experience operating at least one of the following crane models:
- Demag CC8800
- Terex/Demag CC9800
- Liebherr LR11350
- Valid CPCS or NPORS crawler crane operator certification appropriate to the equipment and lifting duties.
- Strong understanding of heavy-lift procedures, crane configurations and safe lifting practices.
- Experience working on major construction, energy, industrial or infrastructure projects.
- Ability to interpret and follow detailed lift plans.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work within lifting teams.
- Willingness to travel and work across different UK project locations.
- Right to work in the UK.
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Desirable Experience
- Experience operating multiple heavy-lift crawler crane models.
- Background in wind energy, power generation, petrochemical, nuclear or major infrastructure projects.
- Experience with superlift configurations, lattice boom systems and complex lifting operations.
- Previous involvement in large-scale crane mobilisation and demobilisation.
Contract Details
- Duration: 12-month contract
- Location: Various locations across the United Kingdom
- Opportunity: Long-term work on major heavy-lifting projects
- Rate: Competitive and negotiable depending on experience
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Heavy Lift Crawler Crane Operator with experience on the CC8800, CC9800 or LR11350, we would be interested in hearing from you. Please submit your CV detailing the crane models you have operated, relevant project experience and current certification.
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