Crane Operator

Lloyds Metals & Energy ltd.; Ghugus; On-site; INR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Lloyds Metals & Energy ltd. is seeking an experienced EOT Crane Operator for its steel melt shop. The role involves safe operation of overhead cranes in EAF, LF, and CCM areas, handling hot metal, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols.

The operator will conduct pre-shift inspections, maintain crane records, and communicate effectively with ground staff and supervisors. The ideal candidate holds ITI/12th/10th with substantial experience and can work long hours in challenging

Qualifications

• ITI/12th/10th or equivalent with 7–15 years experience in handling 100 T ladle crane.
• Experience in hot metal handling and overhead crane operations.
• Knowledge of safety SOPs, PPE rules, and plant safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate with ground staff, operators, and supervisors using standard signals.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle hot metal and molten steel during charging, tapping, ladle transfer, and casting.
• Perform pre-shift crane and equipment inspections (cranes, hooks, ropes, brakes, safety devices).
• Follow SOPs and maintain housekeeping and safety standards in the steel plant.
• Maintain crane logbooks and inspection records and report defects or near misses.

Skills

Safety awareness

Hand-eye coordination

Concentration

Communication skills

Team orientation

Education

ITI /12th /10th or equivalent

Job description

Job TitleEOT Crane OperatorDepartmentSteel Melt Shop (EAF, LRF & CCM)Reporting toShift InchargeQualification & Experience ITI /12 th /10 th or equivalent. The candidates must have 7 -15 years of experience in handling minimum 100 T liquid steel ladle crane in steel melt shop.Objective:The Hot Metal Handling Crane Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of overhead cranes used in steel melting shop.

Job Description

• Safely handle hot metal and molten steel during furnace charging, tapping, ladle transfer, deslagging, and casting operations.
• Perform pre-shift inspections of cranes, hoists, wire ropes, hooks, brakes, limit switches, and safety devices.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for steel plant crane operations & housekeeping standards are maintained in his work place.
• Communicate effectively with ground staff, furnace operators, and supervisors using radios and standard hand signals.
• Stop operations immediately in case of unsafe conditions, equipment malfunction, or emergency situations.
• Report defects, near misses, and unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Maintain crane logbooks and inspection records.
• Assist during maintenance shutdowns as instructed.
• Adhere to strict compliance with all steel plant safety rules, PPE requirements, and permit systems.
• The individual in this role operate overhead cranes for safe transfer of raw material, intermediaries and finished products within the plant on receiving the signal.
• Operate cranes to change electrodes in EAF & LF and do other jobs as required.
• Work under direction from hand and radio signals, lifts and transports ladles for cooling or wrecking Empties ladles of wrecked material.
• Perform lifting procedure for replacement of furnace shellAssist lifting job of the refractories for repairing furnace shell carries out de-skulling operations, i.e. hoisting metal slag from a ladle rim etc. using the crane lifting hook, according to directions,

Skills & Competancies

• Strong safety awareness and discipline
• Good hand-eye coordination and judgment
• Ability to concentrate for long periods
• Clear communication skills
• The person should be patient, organized, team-oriented and have the ability to work for long hours in adverse conditions. They must be able to plan and prioritize tasks effectively and have an eye for detail and quality.