Barrow-in-Furness
Crane Operator Location Govan, Scotland Employment Type Contract / Long-Term Opportunities Available Overview We are currently seeking experienced Crane Operators to support major engineering and manufacturing projects within a highly regulated heavy industrial environment. This role involves the safe movement of engineering loads, supporting vessel operations, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the shipyard while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating cranes and associated lifting equipment, supporting a range of operational activities across the yard, and working collaboratively with multiple departments to ensure project requirements are delivered efficiently and safely. Key Responsibilities • Operate cranes to safely lift, transport and position engineering loads., • Carry out lifting operations in accordance with approved lift plans and procedures., • Conduct pre-use inspections and routine equipment checks., • Ensure all lifting activities comply with Health, Safety and Environmental regulations., • Interpret work instructions and operational requirements to meet customer and project specifications., • Select and prepare appropriate lifting equipment, consumables, materials and components., • Support vessel operations, maintenance activities and manufacturing teams as required., • Work safely within confined spaces and at height where authorised and trained., • Assist with temporary protection solutions and vessel preservation activities., • Complete all relevant documentation and permits associated with lifting operations., • Verify completed activities meet required quality standards and specifications. Duties May Include • Operating overhead cranes and mobile cranes., • Slinging and signalling activities., • Crane Supervisor responsibilities., • Appointed Person duties for lifting operations (where qualified)., • Operating overhead magnet cranes and magnet lifting beams., • Fleeting operations., • Supporting boat and vessel movements., • Operating forklifts and material handling equipment., • Working alongside maintenance, welding and plant teams., • Assisting with confined space operations and permit control., • Installation of temporary ventilation systems., • General yard support and logistics activities. Essential Requirements • Previous experience operating cranes within a shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, engineering or heavy industrial environment., • Valid crane operator certification and relevant lifting qualifications., • Strong understanding of lifting operations and safe systems of work., • Ability to interpret lifting plans, procedures and technical instructions., • Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Flexible approach to working across multiple operational areas. Desirable Qualifications & Experience • Crane Supervisor certification., • Appointed Person qualification., • Slinger/Signaller certification., • Mobile Crane Operator licence., • Overhead Crane experience., • Forklift Truck licences., • MEWP, Cherry Picker or Scissor Lift certification., • Confined Space training., • Working at Height certification., • Safety Harness training., • Full UK Driving Licence. What We Offer • Competitive pay rates., • Overtime opportunities., • Long-term contract opportunities., • Opportunity to work on large-scale engineering programmes., • Ongoing training and development., • Supportive and safety-focused working environment. Due to the nature of the projects involved, successful candidates may be required to satisfy security clearance and pre-employment screening requirements. JBRP1_UKTJ