Field Supervisor

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, supporting customers across manufacturing, mining, ports, terminals and general industry. Our mission is to deliver high-quality service through skilled and dedicated professionals.

We are currently seeking an experienced Field Supervisor (preferably with crane experience), based in Export Park, Adelaide SA. Reporting directly to the Service Manager, you will work closely with our technicians to provide outstanding support and service to our customers.

• Supervise field operatives including customer consultation, spot audits, quality control and safety.

• Be able to carry out basic Inspection services to various makes and models of standard cranes.

• Work on minor repair, field modernisations and smaller installation jobs on standard equipment.

• Be able to identify and source basic parts for sales to quotes repairs.

• Be able to offer basic repair and field modernisation solutions to customers.

• Be able to attend emergency breakdowns, identify and repair faults on standard cranes.

• Ensure all parts and materials are available and correct before repair works are undertaken.

• Complete work in other regional locations such as Port Augusta, Whyalla and possibly Olympic Dam to name a few.

• Assist the Service Manager in determining labour estimates, special tools, requirements or hazards on larger jobs.

• Work with our Project Management team from time to time.

• Guide Account Managers with estimated hours of labour and costs for repairs.

• Perform Safety Review and Visit Reviews and ensure that next steps are documented.

• Trade qualified. Licensed electrician preferred but mechanical with Overhead crane or similar Industrial Equipment experience considered

• Crane experience or similar skills essential – candidates from the lift industry or related sectors are encouraged to apply

• Methodical in approach

• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to educate customers

• Safety conscious

• A team player

• Exceptional time management and organisational skills

• Ability to travel to customer sites on a regular basis

​​​​​​In return you will get:

• A generous hourly rate of pay based on experience

• A fully maintained company vehicle 

• A comprehensive training and development programs

• The chance to be part of a Global Organisation with international opportunities 

• A company who supports internal career growth 

• Monthly team lunches 

• The opportunity to participate in the Employee Share Scheme

• To be recognised and take advantage of hundreds of discounts and rewards through the MyKonecranes Rewards program.

• Our key objective is to improve the safety, productivity, and sustainability of our customers’ operations today and in the future. Get started with a reputable global organisation and apply today!

Our key objective is to improve the safety, productivity, and sustainability of our customers’ operations today and in the future. Get started with a reputable global organisation and apply today!

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.