Assistant Crane Operator

Atwood Oceanics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Valaris is seeking an Assistant Crane Operator to support Roustabout crews and assist with crane and lifting operations under the Crane Operator’s guidance on offshore rigs. You will help plan lifts, ensure loads are within limits, and uphold safety and permit-to-work procedures across site activities.

This senior Roustabout role emphasizes training new crews, maintaining radio communication during lifts, and performing preventive crane maintenance to ensure reliable operations in offshore

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year as a certified Crane Operator Assistant with offshore experience preferred.
• Must meet training and certification requirements varying by unit location according to local requirements and regulations.
• Must have current Crane Operator certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crane Operator and supervise Roustabouts in lifts and rigging.
• Ensure safety and compliance with Permit to Work system.
• Maintain Crane record books and perform preventive maintenance.
• Communicate via radio with Roustabouts during crane operations.

Skills

Crane operation

Safety procedures

Lock-out/Tag-out

Offshore experience

Education

Crane Operator certification

Job description

The Assistant Crane Operator is responsible for working with the Roustabout crews in their daily duties as well as assisting with any crane and lifting operations given to them by the Crane Operators. They are in a “senior” Roustabout position helping the crane operator to carry out operations as per policies and procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

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

Behaviors

As part of our commitment to fostering a high-performance culture, employees are expected to align their actions and decisions with the principles outlined in our Behavioral Framework. This framework serves as the foundation for our organizational culture and guides our behaviors to drive better outcomes across the company. Employees are responsible for incorporating these behaviors into their daily actions, relationships, and decision-making to help manage expectations, strengthen relationships, and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Our five behaviors that define our culture are:

Analyze & Plan – Being deliberate in understanding and describing the problem to solve and using information from a range of relevant sources to develop solutions that are effective and evidence-based.

Collaborate – Collaborating effectively, sharing ideas, and leveraging one another’s strengths based on trust, transparency, and empathy, creating an environment where everyone’s input is valued.

Communicate – Communicate clearly with all employees and stakeholders, ensuring active listening, understanding, and timely information sharing.

Learn, Grow & Adapt – Building organizational capability through our own learning and development while coaching others and supporting others to adapt, learn, and develop.

Deliver Results – S triving to deli ver and exceed required results, identifying and overcoming obstacles, and taking responsibility for the outcome while respecting our values.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Valaris is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other non-job related factors. Valaris is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need such an accommodation, or a religious accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

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.