Crane Operator at Harren Group

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crane Operation, Lifting Execution, Load Chart Analysis, Rigging Principles, Equipment Inspection, Safety Compliance, Communication, Heavy Lift Coordination, Situational Awareness, Technical Documentation

Industry

Maritime Transportation

Description

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 // About us Founded in Bremen in 1989, the Harren Group focuses on the entire value chain around the vessel. The Group spans five operational divisions – Chartering, Engineering, Logistics, Ship Management and Renewable Energies. Harren is committed to carbon-neutral shipping and is working to convert the entire fleet. The goal is zero-emission shipping across the Group by 2035. The fleet under management currently consists of 65 units all key vessel types. The family-owned company operates 26 offices in 24 countries around the world, employing 550+ people ashore and more than 2,000 crew members on board its ships.

Responsibilities

Operate various cranes to safely lift and position heavy industrial components within oil and gas project zones and port environments. Ensure all operations adhere to strict safety protocols, lifting plans, and manufacturer guidelines while coordinating with riggers and supervisors.