Crawler Crane Operator - Oxfordshire

About The Role

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Job Title: Crawler Crane Operator

REPORTING TO: General Foreman
DIVISION: Civil Engineering
LOCATION: Didcot, Oxfordshire
CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term Contract, 18 Months
BENEFITS: Pension, Subsidised Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance Scheme

Job Summary
GRAHAM is currently seeking an experienced Crawler Crane Operator to support our growing operations across major infrastructure and construction projects, based in Didcot Oxfordshire.
This role involves the safe and efficient operation of Crawler Cranes in large-scale civil engineering works. You will play a key role in ensuring work is completed to a high standard while maintaining strict health and safety practices.

Key Responsibilities include:
Operate and control Liebherr LR1160 cranes independently and safely.
Assemble, configure, and dismantle cranes on-site.
Check planning instructions, lifting plans, certificates, and load charts before work.
Inspect cranes and auxiliary equipment before, during, and after operations.
Perform daily and preventive maintenance; report irregularities.
Complete maintenance checklists and work records accurately.
Promote SHEQ standards and continuous improvement on every site.
Report to your Line Manager and collaborate with the site team.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken.It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

Skills & Attributes
Strong safety awareness
Reliable and punctual
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Good situational awareness in dynamic site environments
Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Personal Specification
Technical Competencies
Essential
Proven experience operating Liebherr crawler cranes in various ground conditions and working environments.
Valid CPCS (Construction Plant Competence Scheme) A02 Crawler Crane ticket. Blue Card.
Solid understanding of HSE (Health and Safety Executive) guidelines, working at heights, and emergency protocols.
Mechanical aptitude, excellent spatial awareness, and strong hand-eye coordination.
Drivers license C or CE.
Safety Critical Medical

Desirable
Proven experience operating Liebherr LR1160 crawler cranes.
Experience on highways or urban infrastructure projects
Drivers license C or CE.

Our Commitment:
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicants experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. xwzovoh Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.