Crane Operators for hire in Perth, Western Australia

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 Perth, Western Australia to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Forklift
    8%
    Crane
    4%
    Maintenance
    4%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    38%
    Vocational or technical training
    29%
    Bachelor's degree
    24%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    30%
    1-2 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Emerson
    • ORICA
    • John Holland
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    40%
    More than 5 years
    40%
    Less than a year
    20%

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Last updated: 14 Nov 2026

Crane Operator: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Perth, Western Australia: $120,194 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $97,614 – $147,998 yearly
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  • Advanced rigger / operator

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    Full Driver LicenceIntermediate Rigging TicketManual Driver LicenceAdvanced Rigging Ticket

    Skills

    RiggingCraneForklift LicenceLift TruckForkliftHeavy Equipment Operation
  • Boilermaker/Rigger

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardEngineeringWork Safely at HeightsCertificate IIIBasic Rigging TicketForklift Licence+8 more

    Skills

    FabricationForklift LicenceLift TruckForkliftWeldingConstruction Experience
  • Machine Operator

    Queens Park, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    Confined Space EntryBlue CardHR LicenceDogging TicketTelehandler TicketWater Cart+1 more

    Skills

    Truck DrivingDrivingCommercial DrivingUnloadingLift TruckForklift
  • TRADE ASSISTANT

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIHR LicenceCertificate IForklift Licence

    Skills

    FabricationLift TruckForkliftMIG WeldingGas Metal Arc WeldingTruck Driving
  • Step up Supervisor/Open Crane operator

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardMC LicenceWork Safely at HeightsConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Confined Space EntryAdvanced Rigging Ticket+3 more

    Skills

    LeadershipStaff SupervisionEquipment Safety ProceduresManagementSafety Protocol AdherenceTeam Leadership
  • Formwork Carpenter

    Perth, Western Australia

    Licenses & certifications

    White CardOrder Picking Forklift LicenceFirst Aid CertificationConstruction Induction Card (White Card)Work Safely at HeightsConfined Space Entry+6 more

    Skills

    Frame CarpentryFormwork ConstructionFormwork SystemsConcrete FormingConventional Formwork in ConstructionRebar Installation

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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 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: forklift, crane and maintenance.

What licenses or certifications are common for crane operators?

Common licenses or certifications for crane operators include: White Card, Work Safely at Heights and Confined Space Entry.

What are some job titles related to crane operators?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to crane operators include: TRADE ASSISTANT, boilermaker/rigger and advanced rigger / operator.

What level of education is common for a crane operator?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a crane operator in Perth, Western Australia, 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.

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