Crane operator

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Crane Operation & Lifting Execution * Operate cranes to lift, move, position, and place various loads including containers, equipment, skids, pipes, and heavy industrial components. * Follow instructions from the Lifting Supervisor, Rigger Foreman, and Flagman during lifting operations. * Ensure correct use of crane functions, boom configurations, outriggers, and lifting accessories. * Operate cranes in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and site safety procedures. Pre-Operation Checks & Equipment Inspection * Conduct daily pre-use inspections of the crane including brakes, hydraulics, wire ropes, hooks, outriggers, gauges, and safety systems. * Report any defects immediately and ensure the crane is isolated until repaired. * Verify crane certificates, SWL, load charts, and lifting aids before commencing operations. * Ensure cranes are properly set up on stable ground with correct outrigger deployment. Compliance with Lifting Plans * Review and understand lifting plans, load charts, rigging configurations, and lifting sequences. * Ensure lifting operations follow approved engineering calculations and load limits. * Maintain communication with the lifting team using radio and visual signals. * Ensure proper boom angle, radius, and load handling as per the lift plan. Yard & Port Interface Support * Support lifting operations related to: * Yard material handling * Warehouse loading/unloading * Pipe rack operations * Heavy equipment mobilization * Quayside load-out and backload for vessel operations * Assist marine logistics teams during vessel cargo transfers, deck loading, and mobilization activities. Coordination & Teamwork * Work closely with riggers, flagmen, lifting supervisors, logistics personnel, and HSE teams. * Communicate clearly and act only on signals from the designated Flagman/Banksman. * Maintain situational awareness at all times to prevent accidents and equipment damage. Documentation & Reporting * Complete daily crane logs, pre-use checklists, and operational reports. * Report incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, or equipment defects. * Assist in maintaining accurate records for crane hours, maintenance, and certifications. YOUR PROFILE The Crane Operator is responsible for operating mobile cranes, crawler cranes, or rough-terrain cranes to safely lift, move, and position loads within the storage yard, laydown areas, warehouses, and port/quayside operational zones of an Oil & Gas project. The role works as part of a coordinated lifting team alongside riggers, flagmen, and lifting supervisors, ensuring that all lifting operations meet ADNOC Codes of Practice, LEEA/LOLER standards, port regulations, and approved lifting plans. The Crane Operator plays a critical role in maintaining safe, efficient, and compliant lifting operations for materials, equipment, and vessel load-outs/ backloads. Required experience and skills * 5–8 years experience operating cranes in Oil & Gas, EPC, marine, or port environments. * Experience with heavy lifts, complex lifts, and confined yard operations. * Experience working in ports or quayside environments is a strong advantage. * Familiarity with ADNOC lifting protocols or Gulf-region industrial operations preferred. * Strong knowledge of crane operations, load charts, and rigging principles. * Excellent communication and coordination skills. * High awareness of lifting hazards and safety requirements. * Ability to operate cranes safely in tight, busy, and high-risk environments. * Calm, focused, and precise under pressure. Required education * Certified Crane Operator (for mobile/crawler/RT cranes as applicable). * ADNOC-approved or recognized third-party crane operator certification. * Rigging and Banksman/Signalman awareness training (preferred). * Valid UAE or project-relevant license for crane operation (as required). * Basic safety training: H2S, Fire Awareness, First Aid (preferred). INTRODUCTION // WE OFFER //