Main Crane Operator

FUNCTION: MAIN CRANE OPERATORS (250-2000 Tons)
PROJECT FLAG: SAIPEM ENDEAVOUR, PANAMA
DISCIPLINE: ENGINEERING
LOCATION: WORLDWIDE (CURRENTLY IN UAE, LATER KSA)
DURATION: CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)
SALARY: MARKET RELATED
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"TRS is looking a Stage 3 BS7121 P11 Certified (Sparrows / EnerMech) Main Crane Operator (250 -2000 ton) with vessel ballast system, ( Heavy lifts, pipelay vessels, etc.) on Floating Vessel experience in managing Crane tuggers / Tugger hoist and must have a valid IMCA Crane Operator Log book, BOSIET/FOET Certificates and valid Seaman book to join our leading international client's Saipem Endeavour, Panama Project flag based Worldwide, currently in UAE, later in KSA."

JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Operate and takes care of the crane.
• Carry out lifting operation in a safe manner.
• Maintain contact with the bridge and the Deck Foreman during lifting operations.
• Operate the crane within the designed crane load capacity, in accordance with the derating tables applicable to existing weather and sea state conditions.
• Perform basket transfers where permitted and safe to do so.
• Hold the Offshore Crane Operator certification (level 2 for unsupervised inboard lifts; level 3 for unsupervised offshore lifts).
• Be aware of the surroundings in terms of potential clashes with other vessel equipment.
• Be aware of crane limits in terms of reach and capacity.
• On vessels with multiple cranes, be aware of the interaction with other cranes and proactively intervene in order to avoid any interference during simultaneous operations.
• Interact with the supervisors in order to define the lifting procedures.
• Report any crane equipment malfunctioning to own supervisor.
• Ensure that all safe work procedures for crane lifts are adhered to Liaise with Bridge and 1st Assistant/Deck Foreman while executing any lifts that could affect the vessel stability.
• Make daily inspection of crane cables.
• Carry out daily routine maintenance to the crane and the operator's cabin.
• Keep a high level of housekeeping on the crane and in the operator's cabin.
• Liaise with 2nd Engineer/Crane Engineer/Chief Electrician/Vessel Equipment Engineer on crane maintenance and performance, in order to ensure that repairs and preventive maintenance are carried out properly.
• Carry out weekly inspection of the crane in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
• Fill up the crane logbook as required for all lifts above 50 ton.
• Issue work instructions to the Tugger hoist Operators.
• Stop the lifting activity if required on safety or technical grounds, if continuing could cause any damages or injuries.
• Report to the 1st Assistant, while taking instructions directly from the Deck Foreman during lifting operations.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
• Accredited Tertiary Qualification in related field of study.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Main Crane Operator Cranes in combination of vessel ballast system, (Heavy lifts, pipelay vessels, etc.)
• Certified STAGE 3 BS7121 p11 ( Sparrows / EnerMech would be a plus )
• IMCA Crane Operator logbook with operating hours and previous experience records
• Valid BOSIET/FOET Certificate
• Have operated cranes with 1000t and above (NOV Amclyde is a plus )
• Have experience in managing Crane tuggers / Tugger hoist operators
• Possess a Seaman Book with a valid expiry date.
• Must speak English

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Contact:
Steven Van Rooyen
Email:
Steven.vanrooyen@trssa.com
za.trsadd@trssa.com

TRS Staffing does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant South African legislation. As per legislation, due consideration is given to previously disadvantaged individuals.