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Tower Crane Operator

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added today (last checked 15 Oct)

Aldesa

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience: 3+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

🎯 Requirements:

Valid official Tower Crane Operator license, approved by the Directorate General of Industry.
Training in Occupational Risk Prevention (PRL) according to the General Collective Agreement of the Construction Sector. Operators of lifting appliances (20 hours) or basic level of prevention (60 hours).
Minimum demonstrable experience of 3 to 5 years as a tower crane operator in large-scale residential, commercial, or tertiary building works.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🎁 What do we offer?

Flexible compensation: Includes transportation, restaurant, medical insurance, daycare, and training.
Pension plan, in accordance with the Construction Collective Agreement.

The role

🚀 Are you passionate about construction? Join Aldesa and grow with us!

📍Location: Madrid
🛠 Position: Tower Crane Operator

At Aldesa, every day is an opportunity to learn, innovate, and overcome new challenges. We are looking for a Tower Crane Operator to collaborate with us on a Data Center construction project that we are developing in Vicálvaro, Madrid.

What you'll do

📋 Your responsibilities:

The Tower Crane Operator will be responsible for the safe handling, control, and maneuvering of the machinery on-site, guaranteeing the efficient supply of materials to work areas, strict compliance with health and safety regulations, and the daily preventive maintenance of the equipment.

Maneuver the tower crane (with cabin or remote control) for the safe lifting and transfer of loads within the construction site (formwork, rebar, concrete, precast elements, etc.).
Perform daily technical inspections prior to startup: brakes, limit switches, cables, pulleys, load limiters, and anemometer conditions.
Coordinate lifting, lowering, and slewing maneuvers in close communication with ground signalers/riggers using standardized signals or radio.
Record incidents in the daily work report and coordinate corrective/preventive maintenance tasks with the machinery and maintenance team.
Rigorously apply safety protocols in the face of adverse weather conditions (wind, electrical storms) and proceed to weathercock the crane according to regulations.
Maintain order and cleanliness in the cabin and assigned areas of the crane structure.

About Aldesa

Aldesa is a Spanish construction and engineering group with over a century of history, specializing in civil works, building, industrial projects, and infrastructure maintenance. The company operates across Spain and internationally, with a strong focus on large-scale projects such as high-speed rail lines, tunnels, highways, and data centers. With a workforce of several thousand employees, Aldesa is a significant player in the Spanish construction sector, known for its technical expertise and project management capabilities.

In Spain, Aldesa has a strong presence across the country, with offices in Barcelona, Madrid, and other regions, and is actively involved in major infrastructure projects. The company offers opportunities for international professionals, particularly in roles requiring specialized skills in civil engineering, BIM, quality control, and project management. Aldesa's work culture emphasizes technical excellence and safety, and it is increasingly involved in innovative sectors like data center construction, making it an attractive employer for those looking to contribute to significant infrastructure developments in Spain.

Industry: Construction
Founded: 1917
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid
Website: aldesa.es

Good to know if you are moving

Aldesa is a Spanish company, so international hires will be working in a Spanish-speaking environment, though many technical roles may require Spanish proficiency.
The company is involved in large-scale infrastructure projects, including data centers and high-speed rail, offering opportunities for engineers and technical specialists.
Aldesa has offices in multiple Spanish cities, including Barcelona and Madrid, providing flexibility in work locations.
The company emphasizes safety and quality, with many roles focused on quality control, environmental management, and risk prevention.
International professionals with experience in construction, civil engineering, or project management may find opportunities, especially in specialized areas like data centers or railway projects.

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At Aldesa, you will not only find a job, but a place to grow. 🌱 Discover our EVP - Employee Value Proposition, with all the experiences, benefits, and opportunities that make working with us unique. 👉 Learn about it here 💡 Don't miss the opportunity to be part of an innovative project and build your future with Aldesa!

🌍 Aldesa Pride
We have been recognized in the ENR Top 250 International Contractors 2025 ranking, occupying the 126th position worldwide. This achievement is possible thanks to the talent, commitment, and professionalism of our team 👏

At Grupo Aldesa, we promote an inclusive and respectful work environment. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal employment opportunities and are not discriminated against based on age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other condition protected by law. We foster diversity and value the contributions of each person.

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