Crane Technician

16 hours ago

PortHarcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria VURIN GROUP Full-time
Role: Crane Technician (Electrical & Instrumentation)

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Onsite/Offshore VURIN Ltd. – Where Significance Meets Opportunity VURIN Ltd. is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation operating in the oil and gas sector, committed to delivering significant value through technical excellence, disciplined execution and strong business partnerships. Recognised as a Great Place to Work, we foster a culture built around empowerment, collaboration and excellence. The Role The Crane Technician (Electrical & Instrumentation) will be responsible for the inspection, testing and maintenance of crane electrical and instrumentation systems on onshore and offshore facilities. The role will ensure that power supply, motors, control circuits, limit switches, LMI/safe-load indicators and alarms function safely and reliably, in line with API RP 2D, OEM requirements and client HSE procedures. What You’ll Do Inspection & Testing
• Carry out scheduled inspection and testing of crane electrical and instrumentation systems, including power supply, motors, control circuits, limit switches, LMI/safe-load indicators and alarms.
• Perform pre-use, periodic and post-repair functional checks of crane safety devices in line with API RP 2D and OEM requirements.
• Take and record insulation resistance, continuity, voltage and current readings on crane electrical equipment.
• Support Crane Specialists and Certified Crane Inspectors during API RP 2D inspections and load tests. Maintenance & Repairs
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on crane electrical panels, motors, cables, junction boxes, sensors and control components.
• Carry out electrical fault finding and repairs on crane power and control circuits.
• Replace defective electrical and instrumentation components with approved parts and confirm correct operation after repair.
• Assist with calibration and adjustment of LMI/safe-load indicators, limit switches and other safety devices under the direction of the Crane Specialist. HSE & Isolation
• Work under the Permit to Work system and apply isolation/LOTO before any electrical work.
• Take part in toolbox talks, job hazard analysis and pre-task risk assessments with the work crew.
• Comply with client and VURIN HSE policies, procedures and life-saving rules on site.
• Report unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses and incidents promptly. Documentation & Reporting
• Record inspection findings on inspection checklists and job reports.
• Update maintenance records, defect logs and crane history files after each job.
• Report defects, spare parts and material needs to the Crane Foreman (Electrical & Instrumentation).
• Submit completed job reports and test records for review and sign-off. Coordination & Communication
• Coordinate with the Mechanical & Hydraulic crew, Crane Operators and Deck Crew during maintenance and testing activities.
• Liaise with client representatives on job scope, crane access and handover.
• Ensure tools and test instruments are in good condition and within calibration. Other Duties