Crane Operators for hire in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
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 Canberra, Australian Capital Territory to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
59
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
- Management
- 5%
- Customer Service
- 5%
- Leadership
- 4%
Education level
- Bachelor's degree
- 35%
- Vocational or technical training
- 25%
- High school diploma or GED
- 20%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 40%
- Less than a year
- 30%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
Current company
Royal Australian Navy
SALVATION ARMY
KENNARDS HIRE
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 60%
- Less than a year
- 20%
- 1-2 years
- 20%
Browse Indeed's database of 59 profiles for Crane Operators in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Last updated: 24 Oct 2026
Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: $88,067 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $53,876 – $143,956 yearly
*Indeed data (AU)
0PERATOR/SPOTER (LIFTING CREW)
Torrens, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
White CardCertificate IIWork Safely at HeightsBusinessConstructionBasic Rigging Ticket+9 moreSkills
Organisational SkillsLeadershipMaintenanceSchedule ManagementTask PrioritisationCustomer ServiceTree Services Apprentice / All Rounder Canberra, ACT
Campbell, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
White CardDriver LicenceHorticultureCertificate IIIHR LicenceEWP Ticket+1 moreSkills
EWP TicketDriver LicenceMR LicenceHR LicenceMaintenanceConstruction ExperienceForklift Driver
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
White CardFull Driver LicencePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Construction Induction Card (White Card)Driver Licence – New South WalesForklift LicenceSkills
Time ManagementLift TruckForkliftInventory ManagementMachine OperationOccupational Safety Regulation ComplianceHead Forklift Driver / Stage Crew
Page, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
Food Handling CertificateCertificate IIINursingEWP TicketCertificate IForklift LicenceSkills
ForkliftHeavy Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceFabricationWeldingCarpentryInventory & Asset Manager
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
LeadershipCertificate IVFirst Aid CertificationForklift LicenceSkills
LeadershipOperations ManagementTeam LeadershipTraining & DevelopmentStaff DevelopmentAsset ManagementDraftsperson
Belconnen, Australian Capital Territory
Licenses & certifications
SecurityForklift LicenceSecurity LicenceSkills
BudgetingProject ManagementManagementCommunication SkillsEnglishNepali
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
Professional
🔥 Best for most teamsIdeal for dedicated recruiters and high-volume hiring teams
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account">create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
What's the average time to fill a crane operator role?
The average time to fill a crane operator role is 20 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 leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?
Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: Forklift Licence, White Card and Construction Induction Card (White Card).
What are some job titles related to crane operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: hoist operator, welder and inventory & asset manager.
What level of education is common for a crane operator?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a crane operator?
Most crane operators have 9 years of professional experience.
Browse related occupations
Browse related locations
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply