About the OpportunityCrane Driver Dogman is primarily responsible for crane and docking operations. This includes: Lifting vessels with 1120t ship liftBuilding slipway cradles & assisting with slipping operationsProviding crane support to various projects as directed  The role will also involve general yard work as required. They are accountable for delivering their work on time, in full and to standard. They are responsible for keeping themselves and their workmates safe as well as maintaining a clean, tidy and productive work environment. About AustalAustal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. Learn more at austal.com/ssa What’s InvolvedAssist in all aspects of the vessel docking evolution as directed by dockmasterProviding crane support to various projects / trades as directed Understand, embrace, implement and comply with all Austal Policies and Procedures related to HSEQEnsuring good housekeeping is practiced You’ll Need EssentialCrane Ticket – CN minimum, C1 preferredDogman TicketHR licence – Forklift / EWPDemonstrated ability to work as part of a team.Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner.Current Driver’s Licence. DesirableIntermediate RiggersCoxswains 3 or betterDemonstrate First Attack Fire Fighting EquipmentHR LicenceBasic scaffolding Why Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation. At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Cairns 4870

Crane Driver Dogman

About the Opportunity

Crane Driver Dogman is primarily responsible for crane and docking operations. This includes:

 

  • Lifting vessels with 1120t ship lift
  • Building slipway cradles & assisting with slipping operations
  • Providing crane support to various projects as directed

 

The role will also involve general yard work as required. They are accountable for delivering their work on time, in full and to standard. They are responsible for keeping themselves and their workmates safe as well as maintaining a clean, tidy and productive work environment.

 

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor, and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

 

What’s Involved

  • Assist in all aspects of the vessel docking evolution as directed by dockmaster
  • Providing crane support to various projects / trades as directed
  • Understand, embrace, implement and comply with all Austal Policies and Procedures related to HSEQ
  • Ensuring good housekeeping is practiced

 

You’ll Need 

Essential

  • Crane Ticket – CN minimum, C1 preferred
  • Dogman Ticket
  • HR licence – Forklift / EWP
  • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
  • Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner.
  • Current Driver’s Licence. 

Desirable

  • Intermediate Riggers
  • Coxswains 3 or better
  • Demonstrate First Attack Fire Fighting Equipment
  • HR Licence
  • Basic scaffolding

 

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

 

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.

 

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 18 Dec 2025
  • Location Cairns
    QLD / Australia
  • Industry Trades & Services
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided