R696,000 per year - Mobile Crane Operator & HGV Class CE Articulated Driver (CORK, IRELAND)
ECO Timber Systems
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.
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:
Updated CV detailed with specific crane models operated (tonnage/types).
Copies of your Code EC licence and crane/rigging operator cards.
Reference letters from recent employers.
Email your application to: ***email_hidden***
Company website: www.ecotimbersystems.ie
