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At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries including manufacturing and process industries, as well as shipyards, ports and terminals.

Konecranes and Demag are seeking an experienced Electrical Crane Technician to join our Newcastle team. If you are comfortable working at heights and enjoy solving complex technical problems, this is an opportunity to step into a dynamic, hands-on role where your expertise truly matters.

This is more than routine maintenance. While you will perform scheduled servicing and inspections on overhead cranes, you will also tackle challenging breakdowns where your troubleshooting skills and technical capability will be put to the test. No two days are the same.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting thorough inspections, servicing and maintenance of overhead cranes and lifting equipment

• Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults and breakdowns

• Performing field modernisations, upgrades and installations

• Attending emergency breakdown callouts as required

• Identifying and sourcing parts efficiently

• Conducting accurate risk assessments before every task

• Communicating clearly and professionally with customers about findings and repair solutions

• Completing documentation and reports accurately and on time

• You will work independently while remaining closely connected to a skilled and supportive team.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A current Electrical Licence

• Current Driver’s Licence

• Working at Heights competency

• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) ticket (desired)

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

• A safety-first mindset and methodical approach to work

• Confidence in speaking with customers and representing the company professionally

• Solid understanding of relevant Australian Standards

• A team-oriented attitude with strong attention to detail

What We Offer

We recognise and reward experience and performance. In return, you will receive:

• Full maintained company vehicle

• The opportunity to earn monthly bonuses through our Employee Incentive Plans

• Participation in our annual Employee Share Plan

• Access to a highly skilled network of technicians and specialists locally, nationally and globally

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, both locally and internationally

• Exposure to world-leading technology and systems

• A workplace culture that genuinely prioritises safety

At Konecranes and Demag, safety is not just a priority it is a core value. You can focus on doing your best work knowing that we share your commitment to safe, professional standards.

If you are ready to join a company that values technical excellence, teamwork and continuous development, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now and take your career higher.

Konecranes moves what matters. We are a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination.