Job Title:       Crane Operator/Mechanic

Job Location:  Aberdeen, UK (Forties Field)

Rotation:        2 on/2 off with 14 days leave

Job Purpose

To maintain and operate offshore cranes in a safe manner in accordance with legislative, corporate and crane manufacturers recommendations.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure Crane integrity is maintained to current legislative, corporate and manufacturers recommendations
• Ensure Crane availability is attained to client specification
• Carry out planned maintenance routines ensuring spares & resources are planned and organized in a timely manner
• All maintenance to be carried out in a safe manner in accordance with the Duty Holders safe systems of work
• Report all incidents and near misses immediately to EnerMech and Installation Management
• Completion of mechanics daily log, trip reports and enter data into maintenance management system
• Understand the management of change process to be able to identify and initiate change managements events.
• Undertake Emergency Response duties as required
• Ensure all waste is disposed of in accordance with ISO 14001 guidance
• Ensure a safe and comprehensive shift handover is conducted and recorded
• Operate Crane for installation and vessel lifts within crane design envelope, taking into consideration prevailing weather and sea states and current load
• Ensure constant clear and effective communication with deck crew and vessel crew
• Complete Pre-Use Checklists before commencing each shift
• Ensure Good Housekeeping within Crane Cabin and machinery
• Coach and develop new staff members in safe operations of offshore cranes
• Ensure all incidents and near misses are reported to EnerMech and the Installation Management immediately

Job Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Long Range Radio Certificate
• A recognized apprenticeship or mechanical qualification
• Stage III Crane Operator Certificate
• Subsequent Stage III assessment at 2 year intervals

• Knowledge of Hydraulic closed and open loop systems
• 5 years offshore experience
• 3 years in a lifting equipment environment
• Banksman Slinger Certificate
• Basic Rigging

• Self Motivated
• Work on own initiative
• Clear and effective communication – both written and oral
• Decisive during lifting operations
• Permit training to Responsible Person Level
• Build good working relationships at all levels of operations
• Be responsive to client and EnerMech’s needs

Applications

Closing date 18th June 2010.

To apply for this vacancy please send your CV to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or to: HR Department, EnerMech House, Howes Road, Aberdeen, AB16 7AG.