Crane Operator

CRANE OPERATOR – MOBILE TELESCOPIC CRANE

Location: Antwerp, Belgium

Contract duration: Long term 12+ Months

Start Date: ASAP

Project: Ineos Project One

Keywords: Crane operator, heavy lifting, mobile telescopic crane, mobile, ECOL, TCVT, hydraulic cranes, English

We are currently working on Ineos project one located in Antwerp harbour region and handle 90%+ of all heavy lifting on site. On the project site, we will deliver all kinds of hoisting services, as from the smallest lift till the biggest load-out, in a safe, qualitative and efficient way.

Role & Responsibilities

• Safety is always top-of-mind
• Daily communication with the team about the duties/ project (crane operators, riggers, supervisor)
• Assembling and dismantling the crane.
• Independently and correctly performing lifting operations.
• As a crane operator, you are responsible for your own equipment.
• Operating, cleanliness, first-line trouble shooting, of the crane and all accessories.

In this position, you will report to the Supervisor. You work partly independently, as well as in a team. In addition, you will be part of a big on-site operational crew: riggers, crane operators, supervisors, site managers, SHEQ coordinators etc.

About You

We are looking for an experienced crane operator, a stress-resistant initiator and team player. A high degree is a nice asset, but we attach more importance to the right mentality: sense of responsibility, logical insight, eye for safety, flexible attitude and respectful communication.

Profile Requirements:

• Strong experience as a telescopic crane operator, at least 3 years proven experience with 50T to 220T capacity hydraulic cranes
• Hoisting / safety certificate is mandatory. A drivers Licence C or CE is strongly recommended
• Basic knowledge of mechanics and hydraulics
• Solid knowledge of English to ensure smooth communication on site
• A TCVT certification would be highly preferred, or you can take the test once you arrive, similar to an ECOL

We offer:

• Project Based, Belgian contract - full-time (Possible in a rotation system). Estimated time: 12-18 months
• We offer a 6-2 rotation, and we will provide accommodation and flights
• Certification support if needed
• Hourly rate – 50 hours minimum a week to be paid
• Overtime available – Over 42 weekly hours = 150%, Saturday = 150%, Sunday = 200%
• NET €20 per day - Per diem
• €17.50 phone allowance if needed / use phone for work

The next step

We have an exceptional team in place, and we are pleased to be able to appoint a further person to our growing business. We are aware that you may not ‘tick all the boxes’, but if you believe you can genuinely offer some valuable skills and experience to our business, please in the first instance contact our recruitment partner Airswift.