Key responsibilities:

• Operate the overhead cranes to move coils, materials, and equipment as directed as per standard & safety operating procedures
• Perform daily pre-operational checks and report any issues or malfunctions.
• Coordinate with ground personnel for safe lifting, loading, and unloading operations.
• Ensure correct slinging techniques and load balance before lifting.
• Adhere to safety procedures, load limits, and plant operating guidelines.
• Maintain clear communication via radio or signals with team members.
• Document crane usage, movements, and any incidents in the logbook.
• Participate in routine maintenance and inspections when required.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting of crane systems under supervision.
• Assist 6S (cleanliness and orderliness) for crane cab and operating area.
• Attend to any other duty as assigned by the shift Engineer.

Requirements

Qualifications and experience required:

• KCSE Certificate
• Certificate in Plant Equipment Operation or Trade Test
• Licence in overhead Creane Operations
• At least 1 year experience operating overhead remote controlled cranes
• Training in safe operation of overhead cranes is an added advantage