About this role
Hydra Operator
The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products' quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. The Group's activities encompass:
Cement - Manufacturing / Importing Sugar - Manufacturing ...
Hydra Operator
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification OND , Professional Certificate , Vocational
- Experience 3 years
- Location Nigeria
- Job Field Engineering / Technical
Department: Maintenance / Projects / Logistics Operations
Reports To: Lifting Operations Supervisor / Mechanical Supervisor
Job Overview
- The Hydra Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of hydra cranes and mobile lifting equipment for lifting, loading, unloading, positioning, and transporting materials, machinery, equipment, and plant components within the facility.
- This role ensures that all lifting activities are conducted in accordance with approved lifting plans, manufacturer guidelines, operational procedures, and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements.
- The successful candidate must possess strong operational skills, knowledge of lifting operations, equipment inspection techniques, and the ability to execute lifting activities safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Hydra Crane Equipment: Safely operate hydra cranes and related lifting equipment for lifting, transporting, positioning, and relocating materials, machinery, and equipment across plant locations.
- Conduct Pre-Operational Equipment Inspection: Perform daily inspection and functional checks of the crane, including hydraulic systems, boom assemblies, brakes, tires, wire ropes, hooks, safety devices, and controls before commencement of operations.
- Execute Lifting and Material Handling Activities: Carry out lifting operations in accordance with approved lifting plans, load charts, operating procedures, and supervisor instructions.
- Ensure Load Stability and Safe Positioning: Assess load weight, lifting points, lifting radius, and ground conditions to ensure safe handling, movement, and placement of loads.
- Coordinate with Rigging and Lifting Teams: Communicate effectively with riggers, banksmen, supervisors, and other personnel to ensure safe execution of lifting activities and adherence to approved signals.
- Report Equipment Defects and Operational Issues: Identify, document, and promptly report equipment malfunctions, abnormal operating conditions, or safety concerns requiring maintenance intervention.
- Maintain Safety and HSE Compliance: Strictly comply with Permit-to-Work (PTW) requirements, lifting procedures, traf