Crane Operator

Stena Drilling is delighted to be commencing operations offshore Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada for an anticipated five (5) month drilling campaign onboard the Stena IceMAX Drillship.
There are currently temporary opportunities for 4 Crane Operators, working on a 28/28 on/off rotation.
**Business Address**:
701-10 Fort William Place, St. John's, NL, A1C 1K4
**Wage**:
$54.33 - $58.77 CAD per hour
**Benefits**:
Dental, Life, Medical, Vision, and where applicable, Offshore Allowance.
**Job Duties**:
- Ensure all lifts are carried out in a safe manner and in accordance to the company's expectations.
- Ensure a Lifting Assessment / Plan in place for all lifting operations, involving all those participating in the lifting operation.
- Perform pre-use checks of the Lifting Appliance prior to commencing any operations. Any defects must be recorded and passed to the Barge Master or designate in a timely manner.
- Shall report any damage or incidents that occur to the crane or structure during lifting operations immediately to the Barge Master or designate in a timely manner.
- Select appropriate lifting gear for the lift in question ensuring the valid lifting colour code in use.
- Ensure that the lifting appliance and lifting gear are in good condition for their purpose and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions for use, specifications and instructions.
- Ensure that the lifting appliance is maintained in accordance with the maintenance programme.
- May in some instances carry out first line maintenance, in accordance with the maintenance programme. For more technical maintenance this will be the responsibility of the Chief Engineer and their subordinates.
- On moored units - Participate in rig moving operations including operation of anchor winches on-board under supervision of Barge Master/ Engineer.
- Advise DPO / Control Room Operator prior to the movement of any heavy lifts.
- Ensure that necessary communication is established between all personnel involved in the lifting operation.
- Coordinate the lifting operation in relation to other on-going activities.
- Ensure that equipment is securely fastened, and that adequate checks are performed on any lift prior to commencement.
- Be fully aware of the use, type and location of all Fire Fighting Equipment and Life Saving Equipment.
- Be fully aware of the correct use, type and location of all Oil Spill Equipment.
- Act as one of the Helicopter Landing Officers onboard the vessel.
- Carry out daily, weekly and monthly heli-fuel checks and maintenance as per Planned Maintenance System, Manufacturer's recommendations and Helicopter Operator requirements. Report any defects immediately to the Barge Master or designate.
- Manage deck areas and spaces, ensuring good housekeeping is maintained in all of these areas.
- Mentor and Support the Roustabout crew placed in their charge.
- Emergency Duties as defined in the vessels Emergency Station Bill.
- Any other duties as required by the Barge Master.
**Skills, Education, and Experience**:
- Stage 3 Crane Operator
- Recent and extensive experience in NOV Knuckleboom Cranes
- 15 years relative experience
- Deck Rating 1 or 2
- Canadian BST/R
- Regulatory Awareness
- H2S Alive
- WHMIS 2015
- Suit Fit &
Face Fit
- CanadianAdvanced First Aid, CPR &
Defibrillator
- Seafarers Book
- STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties / Awareness
- STCW Fire Prevention &
Fire Fighting
- Fire Team Leader
- Helideck Team Training
- Helicopter Refueling (onboard)
- Helicopter Landing Officer
- CAA License
- Crane Operator Stage 3
- Knuckleboom Familiarization
- IATA Dangerous Goods by Air Awareness
- IWCF Well Control - Level 1
- Rigging &
Lifting - LOLER Supervisor
- Slingers &
Banksman (onboard)
- Forklift Safety (onboard)
- Abrasive Wheels (onboard)
- Confined Space Entry &
Rescue (onboard)
- HP Washdown (onboard)
- Mobile Access Tower Appreciation (onboard)
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform/Cherry Picker
- Height - Work at Height and Harness Equipment User - Unit 2 (onboard)
- Height - Use of Rescue Equipment - Unit 3 (onboard)
- Canadian Rigger (onboard)
- Fall Protection (onboard)
- Wire Inspector
- Fluent in English, including reading and writing
**How to Apply**
Please note that only Canadian citizens or Canadian Permanent Residents will be considered, no exceptions.
Resumes must contain the following information:
2. **Education/Training** - Name and location of training institution, dates attended, name of completed program.
3. **Experience** - Name and location of company worked for, units worked on (type and name), dates of employment, job title(s), and brief descriptions of your main duties/responsibilities while in each position.
4. **Offshore certificates** - Attach all certificates you currently hold (that are valid) as per the "
Skills, Education, and Experience"
section above.
Please be advised that successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory training ahead of joining the drill sh