Lifting Engineer

Freo Group Pty Ltd

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Join Our Team: Junior Lift Engineer – We Lift the Weight Off Your Shoulders Safely!

At Freo Group, people make the difference. We’re committed to community participation, health and safety excellence, and environmental responsibility. Backed by Marmon Crane Services and Berkshire Hathaway, we offer unmatched stability and global opportunities to grow your career across 120+ companies.

With a client portfolio featuring BHP, BMA, Glencore, Rio Tinto, South32, Northern Star Resources, Newmont, Santos, and Alcoa, Freo Group provides exceptional exposure to industry-leading projects. Doing Things That Matter, Leading at Every Level, and Winning a Better Way - every day.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Junior Lift Engineer to join our Engineering Department. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate or someone with 1–2 years of experience who is eager to learn, train, and upskill.

You’ll play a key role in delivering safe and efficient lifting solutions across major projects, because at Freo Group, we lift the weight off your shoulders safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with lift studies, transport drawings, method statements, and crane comparisons.
• Prepare spreadsheets to support calculations for lift studies and transport drawings.
• Develop dynamic 3D blocks for newly purchased cranes and rigging equipment.
• Respond to technical queries during incident investigations.
• Modify designs for available equipment.
• Provide crane comparisons and recommendations for capital expenditure.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in the crane and rigging industry or similar mining/heavy civil/mechanical projects.
• Current Driver’s License.
• Ability to plan, perform calculations, and develop lift plans.

Why Join Us

At Freo Group, you’re not just designing lifts, you’re contributing to projects that keep Australia moving. Backed by Berkshire Hathaway and Marmon Holdings, we offer competitive pay, exclusive perks and discounts, loyalty and referral bonuses, and clear career pathways supported by training and development. Our inclusive and supportive culture celebrates wins big and small, ensuring you feel valued every day. Most importantly, your work truly matters – every lift you design impacts major projects nationwide.

How to Apply: Click ‘Apply Now’ and follow the application process. We appreciate the time and effort all applicants take and will respond to each suitable application as soon as possible.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.