Assistant Crane Operator

Valaris Limited; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris Limited is seeking an Offshore Crane Operator Assistant to support crane operations and safety on offshore rigs. The role involves training Roustabouts, inspecting safety gear, and ensuring loads are properly rigged and within limits.

You will operate the crane in the operator's absence, assist with rig moves, and maintain safety records, while adhering to permit-to-work and regulatory guidelines. Regular safety meetings and radio communication are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year as a certified Crane Operator Assistant with offshore experience preferred.
• Must meet training and certification requirements which vary by unit location and regulations.
• Must have current Crane Operator certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and train personnel to inspect rig safety equipment and comply with regulations.
• Follow lock-out, tag-out procedures.
• Ensure lifts are within load limits and correctly rigged; color-code lifting gear.
• Assist in orientation and training of Roustabouts on safety topics.
• In the absence of the Crane Operator, operate crane to hoist materials.
• Organize, plan, and monitor Roustabouts’ work.
• Maintain Crane record books and safety documentation.
• Assist with tying onto loads and proper lifting techniques for safety.
• Communicate continually via radio during crane operations.
• Attend and participate in pre-tour, post-tour, and weekly safety meetings.

Skills

Crane operation

Offshore experience

Safety procedures

Lock-out/Tag-out

Radio communications

Job description

Responsible for safety as well as that of the crew.

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 correct lock-out, tag-out procedures.

Assures all lifts are within load limits of equipment and are correctly rigged.

Assures lifting gear is properly color coded prior to use.

Assists in the orientation and training of new Roustabouts regarding helicopter safety, high noise area safety, safety appliance use, lifeboat assignment, general alarm, etc.

In the absence of the Crane Operator, operates crane equipment to hoist materials and equipment onto the rig and onto ocean vessels.

Assists in organizing, planning, and monitoring the work of Roustabout personnel.

Performs tasks assigned by Crane Operator during rig moving procedures.

Assists with inspection of slings, cables, straps and the crane structure prior to lifting operations.

Performs preventive maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of crane.

Supervises the cleaning and painting of the rig in the absence of the Crane Operator.

Ensures activities are conducted in compliance with the company Permit to Work system.

Responsible for compliance with the company policy, safety guidelines, and procedures, as well as that of the Roustabouts, that pertain to the Crane Operator’s and Roustabout’s job.

Remains in continual voice (radio) communication with Roustabouts while operating the crane.

Assists in maintaining up to date Crane record books.

Assists in training Roustabouts regarding proper methods of tying onto loads to be hoisted or moved and proper lifting techniques for carrying load by hand with emphasis on personal safety.

In the absence of the Crane Operator, confers with OIM and boat captain to assess if sea and weather conditions are safe for loading and unloading and are carried out within operating parameters of Valaris, the OIM, and regulatory bodies.

Follows correct lock-out, tag-out procedures.

Will be required to work over open water and at heights.

Responsible for housekeeping in his/her work and living area.

Attends and participates in all pre-tour, post tour, and weekly safety meetings.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Experience

Minimum of one (1) years as a certified Crane Operator Assistant with prior offshore experience preferred. For rigs operated by BP the Crane Operator Assistant will need 1 year of experience.

Must meet the training and certification requirements which will vary by unit location according to local requirements and regulations. Specific unit requirements will be found in local job specification procedures and guidelines

Must have current Crane Operator certification

About Us

At Valaris, our core purpose is to provide responsible solutions that deliver energy to the world. Our purpose is the driving force that defines us as a leading organization in our industry. Our diverse fleet of ultra-deepwater drillships, versatile semisubmersibles and modern shallow-water jackups is capable of meeting a wide spectrum of customers’ well program requirements. Our rig fleet is among the most technologically advanced in the industry and our well-trained crews perform at the highest levels in the most challenging offshore environments. With an unwavering focus on safety and dedicated employees, we provide innovative solutions and aim to deliver excellence in everything that we do.