Crane Operator - Wanaka

Crane Operator

We specialise in infrastructure construction with a strong focus on reinforced concrete. Our current projects include bridges, wharves, water treatment plants, storage tanks, and pipelines.

We are looking for a Crane Operator to join our Civil Construction Team in Wanaka on a 12-month, fixed-term basis.

We have a modern fleet of cranes, consisting of 50t -280t lattice boom crawler cranes and 25t – 35t rough terrain cranes. You will be highly experienced and confident in operating this range of fleet.

We're especially keen to hear from people with strong crawler crane experience. If you also bring mobile crane or piling experience, even better.

Working closely with the Site Supervisor, you're the vital link to safe accident-free crane and lifting operations. Good planning, identifying foreseeable hazards and addressing risks will be detailed on your lift plans. You will be a confident communicator and enjoy being part of a small close-knit team.

Key role responsibilities include:

• Operate crawler cranes safely and confidently across a range of civil construction projects.
• Complete pre-start checks, risk assessments, and contribute to toolbox meetings.
• Prepare and follow lift plans, identifying foreseeable hazards and managing risks.
• Ensure all lifts meet site and OEM requirements, including load, radius, and wind limits.
• Communicate clearly with riggers, dogmen, site crews, and supervisors throughout lifting operations.
• Undertake routine and complex lifts, including piling work where required.
• Support the wider team by operating other plant and machinery as needed.
• Carry out dogman tasks when required.
• Promote health, safety, and wellbeing in every part of the job.

Good work, good benefits include:

• Medical insurance and Life insurance after the eligibility period.
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones, up to 7%.
• Parental leave top up payment with additional return to work support.
• Ongoing training and development, with clear career growth and progression opportunities.
• Great discounts at a wide range of retailers.

We're looking for someone with:

• A US27676 and US3795 or NZ Certificate in Cranes (Level 3 or 4)
• A current NZ drivers' licence and WTR endorsement
• A sound knowledge, understanding and experience of crane operations
• Piling experience in particular operating vibro and hydraulic hammers
• The ability to be alert, have good vision and be physically fit
• The attitude to positively promote and incorporate Health, Safety and wellbeing on all aspects of work

About us:

Life at Fulton Hogan is about making the most of opportunities, taking responsibility, having a crack, being accountable, and making it happen. We live by our REAL values — Respect, Energy & Effort, Attitude, Leadership — and we bring those to the good work we do every day, as one team.

We're flat, friendly, and forward moving. Titles matter less than ideas, and we back our people to do work that matters. We take the work seriously, not ourselves.

Our teams help create, connect, and care for communities across New Zealand. We also give back through local causes, industry partnerships, and practical action to reduce environmental impact and support healthier ecosystems.

How to apply:

If you're an experienced crane operator who values safety, backs your team, and takes pride in doing Good Work, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now and join Fulton Hogan.