Mobile Harbor Crane Operator at Sifax Group

Location: Tincan, Apapa

Operational Responsibilities:

·         Meets with the previous and incoming shifts and discusses the balance of work and works that needs to be attended.

• Operate the mobile harbor crane in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
• Operate the equipment in the right direction and angles to prevent accidents and damage of property.
• Ability to read and understand stowage/bay plan.
• Conduct pre-operational safety checks on the mobile harbor crane (MHC) in accordance with PCHS policies and procedures and report defects.
• Respond to signals and directions by the staff (Ashore/Onboard) and work in coordination with them.
• Being familiar with the crane's load chart. The operator must understand the correct meaning of all notes and warnings.
• Recording in the log or report the details of all inspections, maintenance, and other work done on the crane while in the field.
• Ensure continuous operations with a hot seat changeover at shift changeover at shift changeover times.
• Actively promote safety culture and awareness at all times and ensures a safe workplace policy.
• Be well versatile with safety procedures, lifting and rigging procedures, risk assessments when operating the cranes.

Educational Qualification: Minimum of SSCE or ND, BSc, B.Tech will be an added advantage

Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience

Technical Competencies:

• Proficient with terminal standard equipment’s and technical expertise.
• Thoroughly familiar with the strict implementation of international standards of safe working practices terminal operations.
• A comprehensive understanding of container terminal operations, especially vessel cargo logistics, hazardous cargo, break-bulk and special cargo handling requirements and equipment

Managerial Competencies

• Communication Skills
• Training Skills
• Technical Zeal
• Self-Development
• Reporting skills
• Teamwork

Behavioral Competencies

• Knowledge of equipment operations and maintenance Procedures.
• Manage to handle emergency situations, work pressure and stress.
• Excellent knowledge code of ethics.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to complete work projects on time and in an effective manner.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility.
• A keen eye to details and good decision-making skills