Crane Operator

The Deck Crane Operator position is a Platform rig crewmember whose primary workstation is operating the Pipe Deck Gantry and Pipe Deck Pipe Handler deck cranes. The position also assists the pipe deck coordinator and banksman with crane work and pipe deck activities, i.e. offloading and back loading support vessels. The crane operator collaborates with the pipe deck coordinator, Pipe Deck Pipe Handling (PDPH) crane operator and driller, to assist with the daily planning of activities associated with drilling operations.Essential functionsProvide visible leadership with a Total Ownership attitude. Owns safety standard.Perform daily inspections of cranes and equipment prior to startup.Enforce, clarify, and follow Company and Client policies, standards, and procedures.Promote operational excellence through procedural discipline.Follow the Client’s daily drilling / lift plans.Responsible for upholding morale and maintaining order among the crew.Ensure Parker Drilling’s Competency Program – Authorized to Operate (ATO) and Approved Competent Operator (ACO) are applied and followed.Ensure Client competency compliance is applied and followed.Comply with platform emergency response plan or station bills during emergencies and / or drills.Off load and load supply boats of any equipment necessary for platform operations.Transfer materials and equipment as required, anywhere on the platform.Assist with the preparation of tubular, tools and equipment when required.Perform additional duties, responsibilities, and special projects as may be directedKnow and understand the capacities, operating procedures and limitations of the equipment to be operated.