• Safe operation of the ship's crane(s) in accordance with procedures for Lifting Equipment and Operation on Barges, Ships and Yards, and in accordance with the crane manufacturer's operating instructions
• Ensure that all personnel directing crane operations are aware of their personal responsibilities with regard to their work in a safe manner.
• Complete regular safety tours of the cranes and implement any actions as necessary to maintain the work place in a safe manner.
• Be aware at all times of the loads involved and limitations of the rigging being used.
• Ensure that at no times is the crane lifting any load beyond the SWL of the weakest link in any rigging arrangement attached to the hook and that such rigging is correctly certified.
• Maintenance of the cranes and associated equipment including blocks and wires as directed by the Chief Engineer and Chief Officer.
• Take part in the loading/discharging/deployment of equipment onto and from the vessel, working as directed by the Shift Supervisor, Deck Foreman or qualified Banksman in compliance with the Masters/Chief Officer's instructions.
• Progress the workscope as directed in accordance with the relevant Task Plans and Procedures.
• Assist the Chief Officer and Chief Engineer in their assistance to the Master in conducting Shipboard Management Review in accordance with the ISM code.
• Assist the Deck Foreman or his deputy as directed.
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EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

Navigational Watch Rating Certificate or Provisional Navigational Watch Rating Certificate meeting legislative requirements of the Flag State 
Recognised Seaman's discharge book
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing in accordance with STCW Code Table A-II/I
Recognised Crane Operator Stage 3 certification is required

Hold at all times valid Seafarers Medical fitness certificate and offshore survival certification suitable for geographical area of work

Experience of crane operations on board subsea vessels is essential