Electrician - Crane Technician

Electrician - Crane Technician

Port Pirie Based | Regional & Mine Site Work | Regular Adelaide Trips | Company Vehicle

Leading Crane Services (LCS) is a locally owned South Australian business specialising in the service, maintenance and repair of overhead cranes and lifting equipment.

We are looking for a qualified Electrician residing in Port Pirie or the surrounding area to join our Crane Services team.

The role will support our clients throughout Port Pirie, as well as mine sites and other customers across the surrounding region, with regular trips to Adelaide to work alongside our broader team.

If you enjoy fault finding, problem solving and hands-on technical work, this is an opportunity to use your electrical skills in a specialised and varied field.

Previous crane experience is highly regarded but not essential. If you're a capable electrician with a willingness to learn, our experienced team will support you in developing the additional skills and knowledge required.

The Role

Your work will include:

• Inspecting, servicing and repairing overhead cranes and hoists
• Electrical fault finding and breakdown repairs
• Working with motors, control circuits, contactors, VSDs and associated equipment
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
• Preventative maintenance and safety inspections
• Developing mechanical knowledge of cranes and lifting equipment
• Preparing job reports and repair recommendations
• Working directly with customers across Port Pirie, regional sites and mine sites
• Regular travel to Adelaide to work with our wider Crane Services team

What We're Looking For

You'll need:

• Australian recognised electrical trade qualification
• Current A Grade Electrical Licence
• Current Driver's Licence
• Good electrical fault-finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
• Strong commitment to safety
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when required

The following would be an advantage:

• Overhead crane or hoist experience
• Industrial electrical experience
• Mechanical aptitude
• Working at Heights Certificate
• EWP High Risk Work Licence
• Dogging or Rigging Licence

Crane experience isn't essential. We're looking for a good electrician who is interested in broadening their skills and developing experience in a specialised area of the trade.

What We Offer

• Excellent hourly rate
• Overtime and additional benefits
• Dual cab company vehicle
• Port Pirie-based position
• Training and support from experienced Crane Technicians
• Varied work across Port Pirie, regional and mine sites
• Regular trips to Adelaide
• Opportunity to develop specialist electrical and mechanical skills
• Long-term career opportunities

Interested?

If you're a qualified electrician residing in Port Pirie or the surrounding area and are looking for a varied role where you can build on your existing electrical skills, we'd like to hear from you.