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Specialised Crane Technician

Monadelphous

Australia

Job Description

Position Information

Ref #

300054648

Region

Port Hedland, WA

Classification

Trades

Date Posted

09-Jul-2026

Description & Requirements

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Specialised Crane Technicians to join our maintenance team with our Heavy Lift Division. This is a permanent opportunity for a motivated trade-qualified technician to work on a modern fleet of cranes and heavy mobile equipment in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

As a Specialised Crane Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and servicing our fleet to ensure maximum reliability, performance and compliance with operational needs and safety standards.

Working with Monadelphous offers many benefits, some of which include:

  • Permanent full-time position with 2:1 or 3:1 Roster.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
  • Immediate start available.
  • Opportunity to work on a modern and diverse fleet of heavy lifting equipment.
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
  • A supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

  • Perform scheduled maintenance, servicing, and repairs on crawler cranes up to 1600 Ton, Mobile cranes up to 450 Ton, Franna cranes, rigid trucks, and light vehicles.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
  • Conduct inspections to ensure equipment complies with safety and operational requirements.
  • Complete work orders, inspection reports, material requests, and timesheets accurately and on time.
  • Maintain equipment to the highest standards while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Work collaboratively with the maintenance team to minimise equipment downtime.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and company procedures.

What you’ll bring:

  • Demonstrated experience working within the crane industry.
  • Australian recognised trade qualification, preferably:
  • Certificate III in Mobile Plant Technology
  • Heavy Diesel Mechanic
  • Or an equivalent mechanical trade qualification.
  • Experience working across a variety of crane brands, including Liebherr, Franna, Tadano, Demag, or similar.
  • Strong knowledge of crane hydraulics, slew systems, winches, engines, and electrical systems.
  • Proven experience maintaining and servicing heavy mobile equipment.
  • Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
  • Strong problem-solving ability with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
  • A proactive, team-oriented approach with a strong commitment to safety.
  • Proof of the right to work in Australia.

Highly Regarded

  • Experience in field service or site-based maintenance environments.
  • HR Driver's Licence.
  • High Risk Work Licences
  • White Card.
  • Working at Heights, Automotive Air-Conditioning certification (Not Essential)

Life at Monadelphous

There’s lots to get involved in, celebratory or cultural events and so much more. We work hard to make Monadelphous a truly great place to work.

We celebrate our diversity and shared values and are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities for all. We’re committed to hiring locally, encourage people of all diverse backgrounds to apply and strongly encourage women and First Nations people to submit an application.

About us

Monadelphous is an ASX-200 company providing multidisciplinary construction, maintenance and industrial services to many of the largest companies in the resources, energy and infrastructure sectors. Established in 1972, we’ve been working in Australia and around the world for more than 50 years. We work on the biggest projects and ensure our teams have a variety of opportunities available to follow their career path of choice.

Safety is at the forefront of everything we do, and we live by our promise: The Safe Way is the Only Way. Apply now to get started. A career at Monadelphous is a career with a difference. Make it yours.

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