Gantry Crane Operator – Precast Concrete Yard

Mulherin Precast makes precast concrete elements for commercial, education, health and infrastructure projects across South East Queensland. Our yard turns out wall panels, columns, stairs, lift cores and beams for some of the region’s leading builders. We’re looking for an experienced gantry crane operator to join the production team.

The role

You’ll run the gantry cranes in our production yard and handle precast elements safely and efficiently from casting beds through to storage and dispatch. Day to day you will:

Operate overhead gantry and bridge cranes (pendant and/or remote) to lift, rotate and move precast elements

Strip and demould panels and components, using the correct lifting inserts and rigging

Stack and store elements in the yard and load trucks for dispatch to site

Move moulds, reinforcement cages and materials around the casting beds

Do pre-start checks and inspect lifting gear, and report any defects

Work closely with the yard supervisor, formworkers and concreters to keep production on schedule

Follow site WHS procedures, SWMS and lift plans





About you

Proven experience operating gantry or overhead bridge cranes

A solid understanding of protected lifting practices, lifting precast elements

General Construction Induction (White Card)

A strong safety focus and good attention to detail

Reliable and punctual, and able to work well in a team

Physically fit for outdoor yard work

Advantageous

Experience in a precast concrete yard, especially lifting and rotating panels, using cast-in lifting inserts, and stripping elements once they reach the required strength

High Risk Work License – Bridge & Gantry Crane (CB)

Dogging (DG) or Rigging (RB/RI) ticket

Experience reading shop drawings or lift schedules

What we offer

Competitive hourly rate, plus overtime

Steady, long-term work with a growing, established company

A safe, well-run yard with modern equipment

Training and support to help you gain more tickets

Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays [adjust as needed]

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📌 Gantry Crane Operator – Precast Concrete Yard (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Mulherin
📍 City of Gold Coast