Crane-Operators for hire in Cairns, Queensland

Find crane operators who specialise in moving heavy materials, setting up equipment, and maintaining safety standards on job sites. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Cairns, Queensland to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Management5%
    Customer Service5%
    Time Management4%
  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training57%
    High school diploma or GED24%
    Bachelor's degree14%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    1-2 years6%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    ADITYA BIR
    Artem’x
    ARUMA – CHILDRENS SERVICES
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year10%
    1-2 years14%
    2-5 years28%

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Last updated: 15 Aug 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cairns, Queensland: $71,529 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $71,511$71,546 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Founder & Technical Designer

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftWhite CardDriver LicenceCertificate IIManual Driver LicenceWork Safely at Heights

    Skills

    ArduinoRaspberry PiAutodeskFusion 360CC++
  • Electrician - Construction

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftBasic Scaffolding TicketMechanic ExperienceBasic Rigging TicketDogging TicketEWP Ticket

    Skills

    PlumbingPlasteringCarpentryAir ConditioningMachiningStrategic Planning
  • Concrete Pump Operator

    Parramatta Park, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardDriver LicenceFirst Aid CertificationWork Safely at HeightsStandard 11CPR Certification

    Skills

    White CardWork Safely at HeightsForklift LicenceMR LicenceStandard 11Driver Licence
  • Able Seaman / Cable Hand

    Earlville, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardSecurityWork Safely at HeightsConfined Space Entry

    Skills

    GrindingHand ToolsMechanical KnowledgeMaintenanceConfined Space EntryCleaning
  • Truck Driver

    Cairns, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardFirst Aid CertificationHC LicenceCPR Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsCleaningComputer SkillsMathsHand ToolsHeavy Lifting
  • Terminal Operator

    Redlynch, Queensland

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIIHR LicenceDogging TicketForklift Licence

    Skills

    Mechanical KnowledgeLogisticsTMSForkliftManagementMicrosoft Word

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What's the average time to fill a Crane Operator role?

The average time to fill a Crane Operator role is 27 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do crane-operators tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a Crane Operator include: management, customer service and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for a Crane Operator?

Common licenses or certifications for crane-operators include: White Card, Driver Licence and HR Licence.

What are some job titles related to crane-operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane-operators include: supervisor, able seaman / cable hand and truck driver/operator.

What level of education is common for a Crane Operator?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a Crane Operator in Cairns, Queensland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a Crane Operator?

Most crane-operators have 13 years of professional experience.

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