Crane Operator (Ad hoc)

NL
On-site
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Crane Operator is responsible for the safe operation of platform deck, pipe handler, and gantry cranes to support drilling and vessel loading activities. They must also provide safety leadership, perform equipment inspections, and ensure compliance with company and client operational procedures.

Job details

The Deck Crane Operator position is a Platform rig crewmember whose primary function is operating the platform deck cranes, Pipe Deck Pipe Handler, and platform gantry cranes. The position also assists the Deck Supervisor with planning and execution of crane work and pipe deck activities, i.e. offloading and back loading support vessels. RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Provide 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 directed * Know and understand the capacities, operating procedures and limitations of the equipment to be operated. QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Able to identify and understand functionality of various rig equipment. * Able to identify and understand functionality of various tubular sizes and thread types. * Knowledgeable and proficient in basic rigger’s role to ensure safe lifting operations are performed. * Knowledgeable of mechanical systems and be skilled at working with hand and power tools. * Can demonstrate knowledge and execution of the following operations: * Dropped objects prevention * Line of sight, zone of exclusion and safe zone operations * Pipe measurementand tallying of tubulars used in wellbore construction * Running casing and completions assemblies * General tubular management * Logistics and planning of cargo load outs and back loads * Supervision of deck and Gantry crane operations * Crane maintenance and wire rope inspections * Crane wire rope change out and periodic inspections * Loose lifting equipment management * Must have good verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate in English with staff, management, customers and vendors. * Must possess sound reasoning skills, common sense and the ability to follow directions. * Must possess basic mathematical skills (equivalent to a high school education). * Education, experience, and certifications: * High School diploma is required * 3 years experience in a similar role * Must be able to obtain appropriate offshore or, onshore certifications * Previous experience in the oil industry is preferred * * Required to meet all standards required for safe operations, including but not limited to the standards set forth in the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Atlantic Canada Medical Assessment for Fitness to Work Offshore as well as any other standards set forth by regulatory bodies having jurisdiction over the operations. * * Travel to and from the work location may require extended layovers in unfamiliar locations by helicopter or boat. * * Must be able to work a minimum of 12 hours per day on a rotational schedule * * Must possess the following certifications: * * Rigging, Slinging and Banksman * * Crane Operator – Stage 3 * * ROCMC (Radio Operator - Maritime Commercial) * * RORC-A (Restricted Radio Operator - Aeronautical) Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world. Equal Opportunity Employer Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct [https://www.nabors.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/code-of-business-conduct.pdf].

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and specific certifications including Crane Operator Stage 3 and Rigging/Slinging/Banksman. The role requires the ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotational schedule in an offshore environment.