Operate overhead and mobile cranes safely and efficiently to support plant, yard, and finishing area operations. The role is responsible for handling, lifting, loading, unloading, and positioning of raw materials, semi-finished, and finished products in accordance with operating procedures, safety rules, and production requirements to ensure smooth material flow and prevent damage or accidents. Job Description: - Operate overhead cranes and assign lifting equipment to lift, move, position, and stack materials as per instructions. -Handle billets, rebars, coils, scrap, and other materials safely during loading, unloading, internal movement, and dispatch operations. -Follow lifting plans, signals, and instructions provided by supervisors or authorized signalers. -Coordinate fabrication jobs with the team. -Inspect cranes, lifting tools, hooks, slings, and safety devices before and during operation. -Check operational controls, limit switches, brakes, and alarms to ensure safe functionality. -Report equipment defects, abnormal sounds, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor immediately. - Coordinate with ground staff, riggers, signalers, and supervisors to ensure safe and accurate lifting operations. -Follow production and logistics priorities to support uninterrupted plant and yard operations. - Maintain cleanliness of crane cabins, operating areas, and access points. -Follow shift instructions, work discipline, and site rules in accordance with company procedures. Required qualifications: High School Certificate or Vocational/Technical Certificate in Logistics, Warehousing, Industrial Operations or in any Related Technical Field. Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field (Advantage). - Crane Operator’s License (At least 25 Tons SWL). - Basic safety training (e.g., fire safety, first aid, PPE use.
Skills
Preferred experience: High School Certificate - Minimum 3 years of operating overhead cranes or relevant experience in an Industrial or in Steel Plant environment. Vocational/Technical Certificate - Minimum 2 years of operating overhead cranes or relevant experience in an Industrial or in Steel Plant environment. Relevant Experience may include the following: o Experience in material handling in high risk or confined operational areas. o Experience coordinating with logistics, maintenance or production teams. o Experience in hot zones, scrap yards, or shift-based operations is a strong advantage. Job-specific skills: Ability to follow instructions & coordinate with operators, in-charges and other departments. Skilled in crane operating procedures and rigging practices. Skilled in use of magnets or grabs to lift and move a required load. Proficient in following load limits, safe lifting and balance materials properly. Diligence in checking tools, machines and equipment before and after use. Ability to communicate and coordinate through hand signals and radio. Diligence in keeping the work area clean and organized. Ability to inspect and identify lifting gear defects or abnormalities. Ability to accurately record inspection findings and equipment condition. Strong adherence to safety Standards, SOPs lockout/tagout and emergency procedures. Strong situational awareness, problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team under supervision.
