Crane Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile cranes of various capacities to lift, move, and position heavy loads.
• Ensure all lifting operations are performed with precision and in accordance with job requirements.
• Adhere to health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) standards at all times.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on cranes to ensure equipment is in safe working condition.
• Comply with all relevant regulations and industry standards governing crane operations.
• Maintain clear communication with ground personnel, dogman, riggers, and other crane operators.
• Cookordination lifting activities with site supervisors and other stakeholders to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on cranes and report any defects or issues to supervisors.
• Ensure cranes are properly maintained and serviced according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Assess load weights and dimensions to determine the appropriate crane and lifting method.
• Rig loads securely and ensure proper attachment to crane hooks or lifting devices.

Requirements

• Hold a CV (Cranes, vehicle loading) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.
• Hold a CN (Cranes, Non-slewing less than 3 tonnes capacity) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.
• Hold a C2 (Cranes, Slewing mobile up to 20 tonnes capacity, incorporating CV and CN) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.
• Hold a C6 (Cranes, Slewing mobile up to 60 tonnes capacity incorporating CV, CN and C2) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.
• Hold a C1 (Cranes, Slewing mobile up to 100 tonnes capacity incorporating CV, CN, C2 and C6) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.
• Hold a C0 (Cranes, Slewing mobile incorporating CV, CN, C2, C6 and C1) licence
• Operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.

Qualifications

Have extensive experience in operating mobile cranes within the heavy equipment and construction industry. Possess a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards, with proven expertise in maintaining health, safety, environment, and quality (HSEQ) management systems. Key skills include risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation, and compliance monitoring to ensure safe lifting operations. Demonstrate effective communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to engage with employees at all levels of the organisation and promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement. Hold the correct High Risk Work Licence depending on the capacity of the crane being operated, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and the ability to operate cranes within the specified capacity and limitations of the licence.