Assistant Crane Operator

Overview

• Duties & Responsibilities (shall include but not be limited to):
• Ensure lifting equipment is checked before use and fit for purpose, and that current color code I.D. and SWL is clearly marked; follow lifting equipment quarantine procedures.
• Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly crane checks and maintenance as per planned maintenance system and manufacturer s recommendations; report any defects immediately.
• Report any damage or incidents that occur to the crane or structure during lifting operations immediately to the Barge Engineer.
• Ensure all lifting and rigging operations, supply boat and deck lifts are controlled and carried out safely.
• Perform all work according to agreed expectations of both internal and external customers, focus on doing things right the first time, every time, and contribute actively to continual improvement activities.
• Comply with company s Code of Conduct.
• Take active role with well control drills, if required.
• Ensure authorized lift plans, risk assessments and procedures are in place prior to lifts, and that crane operations are carried out within the operational parameters.
• Actively work alongside the deck crew.
• Assist planning work for deck crew before work commences and include relevant personnel in the planning process.
• Contribute to the effective execution of mechanical lifting operations.
• Operate cranes in accordance with Company procedures, agreed plans and manufacturers recommendations.
• Ensure cranes and all associated lifting equipment are used in accordance with manufacturers specifications and lifting operations manual.
• Monitor and maintain rigging loft, if applicable.
• Assist with the maintenance and servicing of cranes, associated components and lifting equipment in accordance with plans, procedures, and maintenance schedules.
• Show active participation in Hazard Management and Stop Work activities.
• Effectively contribute to Management of Change and Non-Conformance Management through compliance with Change and Non-Conformance Procedures.
• Actively participate in all safety meetings and contribute with relevant points.
• Prepare handover reports for supervisor and relief, and advise the latter verbally of current, past, and impending operations.
• Assist with audits and follow up on outstanding audit points to bring them to completion.
• Review Company documentation with crew members as required.
• Participate in document revisions as required.
• Assist in the management of the mentoring process in accordance with the Mentoring Program.
• Conduct formal and informal performance appraisals, which include measuring performance.
• Demonstrate leadership through personal responsibility and accountability.
• Participate in Competence program.
• Assist and supervise in accordance with supervisory roles and responsibilities.
• Liaise with supply vessel staff.
• Shows commitment to ARO safety culture through personal behavior and willingness to influence others.
• Participates in rig safety meetings and other rig safety programs.
• Under the direction of the Crane Operator inspects and trains personnel to inspect rig safety apparatus and equipment for meeting company and industry regulations.
• Follows company s control of work process.
• Assures that all lifts are within load limits of equipment and are correctly rigged.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new Roustabouts regarding helicopter safety, high noise area safety, safety appliance use, lifeboat assignment, general alarm, etc.
• Performs tasks assigned by Crane Operator during rig moving procedures.
• Ensure activities are conducted in compliance with the company Permit to Work system.
• Assist in corporate and regulatory inspections as required.
• Responsible for creating an environment in which open communications concerning safety issues can occur at the appropriate levels in the organization for appropriate action and resolution.
• Assists in maintaining up to date Crane record books.
• Assists in training Roustabouts regarding proper methods of rigging loads to be hoisted or moved and proper lifting techniques for carrying load by hand with emphasis on personal safety.
• Responsible to keep up with training requirements for position and submit training request in time to keep all certification current.