Crane Technician

About the role

VURIN Ltd. operates in the oil and gas sector and focuses on technical excellence and reliable equipment performance. The Crane Technician will oversee safe inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, testing and documentation of cranes and lifting equipment to ensure they remain safe and operable.

What you'll do

• Perform preventive and corrective crane maintenance in line with procedures and OEM requirements.
• Inspect crane systems such as hoisting, luffing, slewing, travelling, hydraulic and braking systems.
• Inspect wire ropes, sheaves, drums, hooks and related components for wear or damage.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, structural and electrical faults and carry out repairs within scope.
• Document faults, repairs, parts used and test results; maintain maintenance records.
• Conduct load and functional testing and support return-to-service decisions with evidence.

What they're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Structural Engineering or related field.
• 5-8 years of hands-on crane maintenance, inspection, repair and testing experience.
• Experience with mobile, pedestal, overhead, knuckle-boom or offshore cranes.
• Knowledge of crane systems, inspection, testing and OEM/API/ASME requirements.
• Offshore/site certifications as required by location and client needs.
• Strong technical documentation, fault diagnosis and problem-solving skills.

For applicants in Nigeria

• Location is Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria; local eligibility is indicated in the listing.
• The listing does not specify a timezone requirement; confirm during interview.
• The listing does not state whether the role is contractor or employee; confirm during interview.
• Pay currency or salary range is not provided; confirm during interview.
• Visa or work-authorization notes are not stated; confirm during interview.