Crane Operator
Careers Made Possible at Brian Perry Civil
Warm weather, good people, and plenty of work! Our pipeline is solid, our crew is supportive, and you’ll get to build your skills while working close to home. Enjoy a lifestyle that’s hard to beat in the Hawkes Bay.
About the Role
Crane Operators keep our projects moving by lifting and placing materials with care. You’ll work with your foreman and crew to support daily progress and maintain safe, tidy work practices. Your focus will be safe operation, clear communication and steady, reliable work on site.
Operate mobile and crawler cranes safely and follow daily work plans.
Carry out pre‑start checks and keep equipment clean and well maintained.
Set up safe lifting zones and communicate with dogmen and spotters.
Competent to generate basic lift plans.
Sling, lift and place loads as directed by site leadership.
Monitor hazards, follow safety rules and report issues promptly.
Support planning, toolbox meetings and general site tasks.
What You’ll Bring
At least three years of crane operating experience and a minimum of 500 operating hours.
Piling experience using vibro hammer and drop hammer preferred.
Current NZ Certificate in Cranes - mobile, crawler or active progress towards them
Minimum unit standards 3789, 3795 (mobile), 27676 (crawler)
Clean full Class 2 licence plus WTR
Ability to read and follow lift plans and work safely around services, structures and exclusion zones.
Clear communication skills and a steady, reliable approach to teamwork and daily tasks.
Physical readiness for hands‑on work and commitment to safe lifting practices and tidy work habits.
Confidence using the right tools and methods, with a willingness to learn new systems and improve skills.
Good communication, teamwork and dependable attendance.
About Us
At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we’re specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we’re shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.
Why Join Us?
Join us and be part of a team that’s Better Together, where your career can grow alongside projects that make a real impact. At Brian Perry Civil, you’ll enjoy career development, and a range of perks and rewards.
We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.
Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.
Apply Now
Warm weather, good people, and plenty of work! Our pipeline is solid, our crew is supportive, and you’ll get to build your skills while working close to home. Enjoy a lifestyle that’s hard to beat in the Hawkes Bay.
About the Role
Crane Operators keep our projects moving by lifting and placing materials with care. You’ll work with your foreman and crew to support daily progress and maintain safe, tidy work practices. Your focus will be safe operation, clear communication and steady, reliable work on site.
Operate mobile and crawler cranes safely and follow daily work plans.
Carry out pre‑start checks and keep equipment clean and well maintained.
Set up safe lifting zones and communicate with dogmen and spotters.
Competent to generate basic lift plans.
Sling, lift and place loads as directed by site leadership.
Monitor hazards, follow safety rules and report issues promptly.
Support planning, toolbox meetings and general site tasks.
What You’ll Bring
At least three years of crane operating experience and a minimum of 500 operating hours.
Piling experience using vibro hammer and drop hammer preferred.
Current NZ Certificate in Cranes - mobile, crawler or active progress towards them
Minimum unit standards 3789, 3795 (mobile), 27676 (crawler)
Clean full Class 2 licence plus WTR
Ability to read and follow lift plans and work safely around services, structures and exclusion zones.
Clear communication skills and a steady, reliable approach to teamwork and daily tasks.
Physical readiness for hands‑on work and commitment to safe lifting practices and tidy work habits.
Confidence using the right tools and methods, with a willingness to learn new systems and improve skills.
Good communication, teamwork and dependable attendance.
About Us
At Brian Perry Civil, part of the Fletcher Building Group, we’re specialists in ground engineering and civil construction, delivering some of the most complex and technically challenging projects across New Zealand and the South Pacific. From foundations and marine works to three waters infrastructure, our work goes beyond construction - we’re shaping communities, protecting environments, and building a legacy of innovation. We thrive on bold thinking, collaboration, and a commitment to safety and sustainability.
Why Join Us?
Join us and be part of a team that’s Better Together, where your career can grow alongside projects that make a real impact. At Brian Perry Civil, you’ll enjoy career development, and a range of perks and rewards.
We are actively looking to fill this role and encourage your early application. Applications are reviewed regularly, and we reserve the right to remove the advertisement before the advertised closing date.
Research shows that females and minority groups don’t always apply for roles unless they match 100% of the requirements. So, if this role is of interest but you feel you don’t quite fit, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are enriched by many nationalities, languages, religions, customs, and lifestyles. We are proud of our diversity and see it as one of the things that make us better together.
Apply Now