Certified Crane Inspector

The Role

The Certified Crane Inspector will be responsible for independent pre-use, periodic and post-repair inspections of cranes, hoists and lifting accessories on onshore and offshore facilities.

The role will ensure that cranes and lifting equipment meet API RP 2D and OEM requirements before use, and that inspection findings, defects and non-conformances are reported and certified accurately for the client.

What You’ll Do Crane Inspection

Perform independent pre-use, periodic and post-repair inspections of cranes, hoists and lifting accessories to API RP 2D and OEM requirements.

Check crane structures, wire ropes, hooks, sheaves, brakes and safety devices.

Identify defects and conditions that make equipment unsafe for use.

Load Testing

Witness crane load tests and confirm test results meet requirements.

Verify test weights and rigging used for load tests are certified and suitable.

Reporting & Certification

Raise defect reports and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where requirements are not met.

Issue inspection reports and certificates for the client.

Maintain accurate inspection records and certificate registers.

HSE & Safe Work

Work under the Permit to Work system and confirm isolation is in place before inspection.

Take part in toolbox talks and job hazard analysis 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.

Coordination & Communication

Coordinate with the Crane Foremen, Crane Specialists and technicians on inspection findings and close-out.

Liaise with client representatives on inspection scope, results and certification.

Other Duties

Support pre-mobilisation inspections and crane readiness checks.

Perform other duties as assigned by the QA/QC lead or management.

Requirements

What We Are Looking For

Education

Bachelor’s degree or HND in Engineering (minimum).

API RP 2D Qualified Crane Inspector (required).

LEEA or recognised third-party lifting equipment inspector certification.

NDT (MT/UT) Level II certification is desirable.

Valid BOSIET/OSP certificate for offshore assignments.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools - Word and Excel for reporting.

Experience

Minimum 10 years in crane inspection, preferably in Oil & Gas (onshore/offshore)

Experience inspecting cranes, hoists and lifting accessories and witnessing load tests.

Experience raising defect reports, NCRs and inspection certificates.

Knowledge & Proficiency

API RP 2D crane inspection requirements

OEM inspection requirements for cranes and hoists

Wire rope, hook, sheave and brake inspection

Lifting accessories inspection

Load testing procedures

NDT methods (MT/UT)

Permit to Work and HSE practices

Skills & Competencies

Independent and objective inspection

Defect identification and assessment

Inspection reporting and certification

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

Certified Crane Inspector

Crane Foreman (Electrical & Instrumentation)

Crane Foreman (Mechanical & Hydraulic)

https://www.myjobmag.com/apply-now/1375209

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