Main Crane Operator for Heavy Lift Vessels (International)

OFFSHORE MAIN CRANE OPERATOR – HEAVY LIFT VESSELS

Location: Worldwide

Job Description:
An international recruitment requirement is open for an experienced Offshore Main Crane Operator to work onboard heavy-lift offshore vessels. The successful candidate must have proven experience operating 400T+ main cranes and extensive offshore heavy-lift experience.

The position involves conducting heavy lifting and basket transfer operations while ensuring strict compliance with approved lifting procedures, HSE requirements and vessel operating limitations.

Key Responsibilities:
As per company policy, the main duties may include but are not limited to:

• Safely operate main cranes within approved load, reach, weather and sea-state limitations.
• Execute heavy lifts and basket transfers in accordance with approved procedures.
• Coordinate lifting operations with the Deck Foreman, Bridge, Supervisors and Vessel Equipment teams.
• Manage crane interactions during simultaneous and multi-crane lifting operations.
• Conduct daily and weekly crane inspections, routine maintenance and logbook updates.
• Identify equipment issues and stop lifting operations when safety or technical conditions require.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE, lifting procedures and safe working practices.

Requirements:

• Stage 3 Certification.
• Extensive offshore experience on heavy-lift vessels.
• Proven experience operating 400T+ main cranes.
• Offshore Crane Operator Certification – Level 2 / Level 3, as applicable.
• Strong knowledge of lifting safety, vessel stability and crane limitations.
• Relevant offshore experience in a similar position.

Employment Details:

• Position: Offshore Main Crane Operator
• Vessel Type: Heavy-Lift Offshore Vessel
• Crane Capacity: 400T+
• Location: Worldwide / Offshore
• Contract Duration: Not specified
• Rotation: Not specified
• Joining Date: Not specified
• Salary: Not specified
• Benefits: Not specified

Application Process:
Qualified candidates with relevant offshore heavy-lift crane experience are invited to send their updated CV and supporting documents to e-mail.