We are seeking experienced Plant, Crane & Rigging Operators.
In this role, you will undertake essential material handling, mobile plant operation, vessel loading, slinging, rigging, and crane operations supporting critical naval defence programs.
Key Responsibilities
Execute safe mobile plant and crane operations (including slewing and non-slewing mobile cranes CB, CN, C1, and forklifts LF) across shipyard manufacturing environments.
Perform intermediate rigging, slinging, scaffolding support (SI), and material movement for naval defence structures and heavy components.
Interpret and work directly from production work packs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) under site supervision.
Complete operational documentation, pre-start machinery inspections, and adhere strictly to equipment isolation and permit protocols.
Maintain compliance with stringent site safety protocols, Life Saving Commitments, and environmental practices within a heavy industrial/maritime shipyard environment.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring solid operational problem-solving skills, a commitment to workplace safety, and a proven track record operating plant and rigging equipment in heavy manufacturing environments.
Qualifications & Experience
High Risk Work Licences (HRWL): Valid Forklift (LF) and Intermediate Rigging (RI), alongside Mobile Crane licences (CB, CN, C1) and/or Intermediate Scaffolding (SI).
Safety Tickets: Valid White Card and Confined Space Entry (CSE) ticket with at least 2 years remaining validity at commencement.
Proven Operational Experience: Material handling, crane, rigging,



or mobile plant operation in a heavy industry, marine, defence, manufacturing, or mining environment.
Physical & Technical Capability: Demonstrated ability to work safely in tight, confined spaces, at heights, and effectively within a safety-focused team.
Security Clearance & Eligibility Requirements
Due to the security nature of our work, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Citizenship: Must be an Australian Citizen.
ITAR Compliance: Must not have been born in an ITAR-listed country.
Security Clearance: Must hold, or have the ability to obtain and maintain, an Australian Defence Security Clearance (AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1).
Background Check: Ability to clear a National Police Check (issued within 3 months) and pre-employment medical assessment (including mandatory spirometry and audiometry).
Key Responsibilities
Execute safe mobile plant and crane operations including slewing and non-slewing mobile cranes (CB, CN, C1) and forklifts (LF) across shipyard manufacturing environments
Perform intermediate rigging, slinging, load positioning, structural rigging, and material movement for heavy components
Provide intermediate scaffolding support (SI) including scaffold erection, modification, and inspection assistance
Interpret and execute operational tasks directly from work packs, technical documentation,
Qualification
High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF)
High Risk Work Licence - Intermediate Rigging (RI)
High Risk Work Licence - Basic Rigging (RB)
High Risk Work Licence - Advanced Rigging (RA)
High Risk Work
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📌 Operator (Adelaide)
🏢 Randstad Pty
📍 Adelaide