It is a highly specialised skill and will offer you a very specific set of skills that are much sought after in the crane and truck hire industry. To begin with, you need to have a Code 14 drivers’ license which allows you to operate heavy machinery. We then advise applying for a course to become a mobile crane operator to further your skills and studies. Enquire directly with us now to find out which courses are available in Gauteng.nnWe often get asked if a woman can be a mobile crane operator, and the easy answer is yes! A woman would need to follow the same procedure as outlined above, there is no discrimination in the industry based on gender when it comes to operating capacity.