Crane Operator

Explore this job opportunity as a Main Crane Operator Above 2000 t. for an Offshore Fleet operating Worldwide. Employment will be with our client, a drilling and construction contractor. Information about the job: Position: Main Crane Operator Above 2000 t. Project: Offshore Fleet. Location: Worldwide. Rotation: 35/35 days on/off. Salary: Please confirm your realistic expectations when applying. This will be discussed with the right candidate. Consolidated monthly (not paid while rotational leave). Contract start: Depending on availability. Contract duration: 12 months (renewable). Overtime: Applicable. Insurances: Provided by the Company. Employer: Our client, a drilling and construction contractor. Requirements / Qualifications / Competence: Minimum 5+ years working offshore in lifting/heavy marine operations. At least 5 years operating large-scale offshore cranes (2000T class or similar). Valid offshore crane operator qualification (Level 2 for supervised inboard lifts and Level 3 for independent offshore lifts, or equivalent). Proven record working with high-capacity crane systems in marine environments. Experience with major offshore crane manufacturers (e.g., Huisman, NOV, Liebherr, AmClyde) preferred. Valid Stage 3 certification (or internationally recognized equivalent). IMCA crane operator logbook (or comparable documented lifting experience). Strong command of English for operational communication and safety coordination. Tasks: Operate large offshore cranes within approved lifting capacities, accounting for weather, sea state, and operational derating factors. Execute lifting, lowering, and transfer operations safely, including approved personnel basket movements when authorized. Maintain continuous awareness of vessel layout, crane reach limits, and surrounding deck activities to avoid clashes or unsafe interactions. Coordinate lifting plans and execution steps with supervisors and relevant vessel departments prior to operations. Monitor and manage simultaneous crane activities on multi-crane vessels to prevent interference or operational overlap. Liaise with bridge personnel and stability control teams during lifts that may affect vessel balance or trim. Carry out pre-use and routine visual inspections of crane components such as wire ropes, hooks, and structural elements. Perform daily cleaning and upkeep of the operator cabin and ensure equipment area is kept in safe working condition. Report equipment faults, abnormalities, or performance issues promptly to engineering and supervisory teams. Support preventive maintenance activities in cooperation with onboard engineers and technical staff. Complete weekly inspection routines in line with manufacturer and vessel-specific procedures. Record and document significant lifts (typically over 50 tons) in official crane operation logs. Provide clear operational instructions to tugger hoist personnel during lifting sequences. Stop operations immediately when unsafe conditions, technical faults, or environmental risks are identified. Maintain effective communication with deck supervisors while following operational direction during lifting activities. #J-18808-Ljbffr