Crane & Forklift Operator (Onshore/Offshore)

About the role

VURIN Ltd., an oil and gas organisation recognised as a Great Place to Work, is hiring a Crane/Forklift Operator for onsite and offshore work. The operator runs mobile, pedestal and overhead cranes and forklifts in line with API RP 2D, crane load charts and client lifting procedures, carries out pre-use and daily checks, logs hours and defects, and supports maintenance and testing.

Key responsibilities

• Operate mobile, pedestal and overhead cranes and forklifts following approved lifting plans, load charts and the banksman's signals
• Perform pre-use and daily checks, record hours and defects in the crane log and report defects to the Crane Foreman
• Support technicians, Crane Specialists and Certified Crane Inspectors during maintenance, functional and load tests
• Work under the Permit to Work system, take part in toolbox talks, job hazard analysis and pre-lift meetings, and stop lifts when conditions are unsafe
• Coordinate with the Deck Crew, technicians and the Crane Foreman, and keep the equipment and cabins clean
• Take part in on-the-job and OEM training and perform other duties assigned by the Crane Foreman or management

Required profile

• SSCE/OND (minimum)
• Certified Crane Operator, API 2D qualified; certified Forklift Operator; valid BOSIET/OSP certificate for offshore work
• Minimum 5 years in crane and forklift operation, preferably in oil and gas, with hands-on crane experience
• Proven experience under Permit to Work and approved lifting procedures

Required skills

• API RP 2D crane operation and crane load charts and lifting plans
• Pre-use and daily equipment checks, hand signals and banksman communication
• Permit to Work and HSE practices
• Accurate crane log record keeping and teamwork under pressure in offshore conditions

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including HMO and leave allowance
• Professional training and development, exposure to major technical and energy-sector projects
• Progression opportunities in Asset Integrity and Operations & Maintenance