Mobile Crane Operator – Mining Site

About the role

Gold Fields Ghana seeks an experienced Mobile Crane Operator to safely lift, load and transport heavy items on the Tarkwa mining site.

Key responsibilities

• Drive, position and set up crane machines and booms.
• Dismantle counterweights and prepare the crane for travel.
• Interpret electrical and PI&D wiring correctly.
• Perform safe lifting and transporting of heavy items efficiently.
• Respond quickly to maintenance issues.
• Operate anti‑two block device, boom angle, load and length indicators safely.
• Coordinate and control procedures necessary for task execution.
• Maintain good housekeeping and a safe crane environment.

Required profile

• Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) minimum.
• At least three years’ experience as a mobile crane operator in mining or plant environment.
• Valid Ghanaian driver’s licence and accredited mobile crane operator’s licence (E1A).
• Mincom certificate of competency and familiarity with Ghana Minerals and Mining Regulations (L.I. 2182) for cranes.
• Operating knowledge of 60 ton P&H cranes and Groove cranes above 45 tons.
• Knowledge of forklift and Hiab operation is an advantage.
• Good understanding of power transfer for cranes, loading and lifting.
• Strong oral and written English communication skills.

Required skills

• Operation of 60 ton P&H crane.
• Operation of Groove crane >45 tons.
• Forklift operation.
• Hiab operation.
• Use of anti‑two block device.
• Use of boom angle, rated load and boom length indicators.
• Power transfer knowledge for crane lifting.