CRANE OPERATOR

ROLE:

·To demonstrate and promote safety leadership

·To conduct any operation involving use of the crane putting safety as the prime consideration

·To operate the crane in accordance with SANAD policies and manufacturer’s design parameters

·To advise the Rig Manager or Toolpusher of any issues related to materials handling and crane usage which could merit their attention

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Personally responsible for own safety and conducting one’s self to the standards of Nabors Policies and Procedures
• Move and operate the crane safely and within its design parameters.
• Ensure that others involved in lifting operations in the vicinity of the crane are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and are not in unsafe locations.
• Ensure clear and concise hand signals are provided before any crane movements are undertaken.
• Ascertain the weights and dimensions of all lifts and ensure that the appropriate lifting gear is used.
• Communicate with the loadmaster and riggers involved in materials handling, and respond to the loadmaster’s signals when operating the crane.
• Complete documentation relating to crane usage, such as shift reports and timesheets, are properly completed.
• Perform routine minor preventative maintenance on the crane in accordance with the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and, with the approval of the Rig Mechanic or Electrician, conduct minor repairs.
• Carry out daily inspections of the crane, including instrumentation, load cells, tyres, hoisting lines etc. and bring to the attention of the Rig Manager, Rig Mechanic or Electrician any matters which may merit their attention.
• Ensure that lifting gear used with the crane, including slings, shackles & spreaders, is certified, in serviceable condition and is suitable for the purpose intended.
• Inspect, store and maintain lifting gear used in crane operations.
• Work with the Rig Manager, Toolpusher and Driller to seek guidance on scheduling and prioritization of crane operations.
• Participate in the training of junior (trainee) Crane Operators and Riggers
• Maintain personal training and certification (international and local) for operating the crane model in use at rig site.
• Participate actively in Tool-box Talks and Rig Safety Meetings
• Ensure understanding of, and compliance with, Nabors permit to work system.

Minimum years of Experience:

2 years operating cranes from 10 to 50 tons.

Qualifications:

SAG license. Good knowledge of English both Spoken and written.