Flying Squad - Crane Operator

Sparrows Offshore Group Limited

Flying Squad - Crane Operator

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Sparrows Offshore Group Limited, Aberdeen

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 4 days ago, 14 Sep | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 545f71e4bc464fcaa3b4a515b3ab5696

Full Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Crane Operator to join our team on a permanent basis. The primary responsibility is to operate platform pedestal cranes under the direction of nominated platform personnel and in accordance with the authorised operators instructions manual and platform operating procedures, Company QA system, Standing Instructions.
About this role

  • Carrying out daily routine checks on the crane in accordance with the maintenance procedures and pre-start checklist.

  • Carrying out routine first line crane maintenance duties including greasing, lubrication, oil changes, filter changes and other crane machinery lubrication duties in accordance with the maintenance routines, manufacturers manuals and service charts.

  • Maintaining cranes in a clean, tidy and where applicable watertight condition, including cabs, machinery housings and external surfaces. External and internal paintwork should be retained in a corrosion free condition.

  • Assisting maintenance personnel in routine maintenance and repair activities.

  • Liaising on company/personal matters with Operations Manager or appropriate representative.

  • It is the responsibility of the incumbent to be fully familiarised with all Installation Safety and Emergency Procedures.

  • The incumbent is responsible for giving a detailed report of any crane incidents to the Operations Manager.

  • HSEQ Responsibilities
  • It is mandatory that the incumbent is familiar with, and follows the Company's Health, Safety, Environment and Quality Management System and takes an active part in the compliance and improvement of the Management Systems.

  • The incumbent must report any accidents, incidents, near misses, actual or potential problems with products, services or systems according to the Management System processes/procedures.

  • The incumbent also has legal responsibilities under country-specific health, safety and/or environmental legislation to follow these.

  • The incumbent is also responsible for the health and safety arrangements of subordinates (if any) and for any persons visiting them while on the Company premises.

    Qualifications & Experience BOSIET/ FOET

  • MIST

  • Working at Height

  • Stage 3 Crane Operator

  • VHF/ CAA Radio

    Altrad Sparrows is a specialist lifting and mechanical handling contractor that delivers equipment, technology and integrated engineering services to the global energy industry. Our solutions support our clients to optimise their efficiency by ensuring the performance, reliability and safety of critical equipment and people.


  • With our headquarters in Aberdeen, we employ over 1,600 people across numerous operational locations across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific.