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R696,000 per year - Mobile Crane Operator & HGV Class CE Articulated Driver (CORK, IRELAND)

ECO Timber Systems
27 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Co. Cork, Ireland
€18.05 - €18.05 EUR hourly
Crane Operator

Introduction

Job Title: Mobile Crane Operator & HGV Class CE Articulated Driver

Location: Cork, Ireland

Salary: €18.05 per hour 

 

Relocation/Sponsorship: Applications welcomed from qualified professionals currently residing in South Africa (Visa / Employment Permit support provided for eligible candidates)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Mobile Crane Operator / HGV Articulated Truck Driver (Class CE) to join our growing team in Cork, Ireland. This is a dual-responsibility role where you will be responsible for driving HGV articulated units (tractor-trailers), transporting heavy equipment/crane loads across Cork and Munster, and operating mobile cranes safely on industrial, civil, and construction sites.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Mobile Crane Operation: Safely set up, rig, and operate mobile telescopic cranes on various site environments across Cork.

  • HGV Driving: Transport crane ballast, counterweights, and heavy equipment using Class CE articulated trucks.

  • Rigging & Slinging: Oversee and assist with slinging, rigging, and load securement in compliance with Irish and EU safety standards.

  • Pre-Operational Checks: Perform daily pre-trip inspections on both HGV vehicles and mobile cranes; report any mechanical issues immediately.

  • Site Safety: Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety regulations, Risk Assessments, and Method Statements (RAMS) on site.

  • Client Interaction: Act as a professional representative of the company on client job sites.

 

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Licensing: Valid South African Code EC driving licence (equivalent to EU Class CE Articulated Truck Licence).

  • Certifications:

    • Recognized Mobile Crane Operator certification (e.g., SAQA/CETA accreditation or CSCS equivalent).

    • Slinging/Signaller certification is highly advantageous.

  • Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience operating mobile telescopic cranes and driving Class CE heavy articulated vehicles.

  • Language: Fluent spoken and written English is essential.

  • Documentation: Valid passport with at least 18–24 months validity. Clean criminal record check (Police Clearance Certificate) and clean driving record.

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive European Salary: Excellent hourly rate with regular overtime opportunities.

  • Relocation Support: Guidance through the Irish Critical Skills / General Employment Permit process, visa application, and arrival logistics.

  • Professional Development: Up-skilling to Irish/EU construction certifications (CSCS Mobile Crane / Slinging card, Driver CPC certification).

  • Work Environment: Modern fleet of well-maintained cranes and HGV units working on high-profile projects across Cork.

 

How to Apply

If you are a South African national looking to relocate your career to Ireland, please submit your application including:

  1. Updated CV detailed with specific crane models operated (tonnage/types).

  2. Copies of your Code EC licence and crane/rigging operator cards.

  3. Reference letters from recent employers.

 

Email your application to: alan@ecohomes.ie

Company website: www.ecotimbersystems.ie