Crane Forklift Operator Lagos

The VURIN Group is a diversified portfolio of businesses across various sectors of the oil and gas and infrastructure industries, in Nigeria and beyond, with the primary mission to establish, grow, and manage the most successful group of energy operations and support businesses, in terms of superior shareholder returns, business leadership, and contribution to society. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Crane Forklift Operator Jobposting service

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time The Role

The Crane/Forklift Operator operates mobile, pedestal, and overhead cranes and forklifts in line with API RP 2D, the crane load chart, and CNL lifting procedures; performs pre-use and daily checks, records hours and defects in the crane log, operates cranes during maintenance, functional, and load tests, and moves parts, tools, and equipment safely within the work area. SearchJobs

What You’ll Do

Operate mobile, pedestal and overhead cranes in line with API RP 2D, the crane load chart and client lifting procedures. Operate forklifts to move parts, tools, and equipment safely within the work area. Follow approved lifting plans and signals from the banksman/signal person. 

 Pre-use Checks & Crane Log:

Perform pre-use and daily checks on cranes and forklifts before operation.  Record operating hours and defects in the crane log.  Report defects and abnormal conditions to the Crane Foreman before continuing operation. 

Operate cranes during maintenance, functional and load tests as directed.  Support technicians, Crane Specialists and Certified Crane Inspectors during inspections and tests. 

Work under the Permit to Work system and approved lifting procedures.  Take part in toolbox talks, job hazard analysis and pre-lift meetings.  Stop lifting operations where weather, equipment, or lifting controls are unsafe.  Comply with client and VURIN HSE policies, procedures and life-saving rules on site.  Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents promptly. 

 Coordination & Communication: 

Coordinate with Deck Crew, technicians and the Crane Foreman during lifting activities.  Maintain clear communication with the banksman/signal person throughout every lift. 

 Other Duties:

Keep cranes, forklifts, and operator cabins clean and in good condition.  Participate in on-the-job and OEM training programmes.  Perform other duties as assigned by the Crane Foreman or management. 

What We Are Looking For: Education

SSCE/OND (minimum).  Certified Crane Operator, API 2D qualified (required).  Certified Forklift Operator (required).  Valid BOSIET/OSP certificate for offshore assignments. 

Minimum 5 years in crane and forklift operation, preferably in Oil & Gas (onshore/offshore).  Hands-on experience operating mobile, pedestal, and overhead cranes.  Proven experience working under Permit to Work and approved lifting procedures.  SearchJobs

 Knowledge & Proficiency:

Crane and forklift operation  Crane load charts and lifting plans  API RP 2D crane operation requirements  Pre-use and daily equipment checks  Hand signals and banksman communication  Permit to Work and HSE practices 

Safe and smooth crane operation  Forklift operation  Situational awareness  Accurate crane log record-keeping  Teamwork and effective communication  Ability to work under pressure in offshore conditions.

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