Mobile Crane Operator

About the role

Gold Fields Ghana is looking for an experienced and qualified Mobile Crane Operator for its Tarkwa site. The role reports to the Section Engineer and covers safe lifting, loading and transport of heavy items in an efficient manner.

Key responsibilities

• Drive, position and set up machines and booms
• Dismantle counterweights and prepare the crane for travel
• Interpret electrical and P&I diagrams and perform wiring
• Lift and transport heavy items safely and efficiently
• Respond quickly to maintenance issues
• Operate anti-two-block devices, boom angle indicators, rated load indicators and boom length indicators
• Coordinate and control procedures needed for tasks
• Maintain good housekeeping and a safe environment around the cranes

Required profile

• Minimum basic education (BECE)
• At least three years' experience as a mobile crane operator in a mining or plant environment
• Valid Ghanaian driver's licence and accredited mobile crane operator's licence (E1)
• Mincom certificate of competency and familiarity with the Ghana Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical) Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2182) on cranes
• Good English communication skills and ability to work with people of diverse cultures

Required skills

• Operating knowledge of 60-ton P&H cranes and grove cranes above 45 tonnes
• Knowledge of forklift and Hiab is an added advantage
• Understanding of power transfer for cranes, loading and lifting