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Crane Operator (Ad hoc)

@ Nabors

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador

3+ years experience
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Overview

Nabors is hiring an ad hoc Crane Operator, a platform rig crewmember who runs the deck cranes, pipe deck pipe handler and gantry cranes and helps the Deck Supervisor plan crane work and offloading or back-loading of support vessels. The role requires 12-hour days on a rotational offshore schedule, with helicopter or boat travel and possible extended layovers. The posting requires a high school diploma, three years of similar experience, and rigging and crane certifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate platform deck cranes, pipe deck pipe handler and gantry cranes
  • Perform daily inspections of cranes and equipment before startup
  • Load and offload supply boats and move materials on the platform
  • Follow the client's daily drilling and lift plans
  • Assist the Deck Supervisor with crane work planning

Requirements summary:

  • High school diploma required
  • Three years of experience in a similar role
  • Rigging, slinging and banksman certification
  • Crane Operator Stage 3 certification
  • Maritime and aeronautical radio certifications
  • Offshore medical fitness to work

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Employer posting date
2026-09-17
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-18

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Experience3+ years
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: moderate · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRigging, Slinging and Banksman, Crane Operator – Stage 3, ROCMC (Radio Operator - Maritime Commercial), RORC-A (Restricted Radio Operator - Aeronautical)
EducationHigh school (required)

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Nabors

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Innovating the Future of Energy

Full company description

Nabors Industries is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in approximately 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible energy 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. Nabors owns and operates one of the world’s largest land-based drilling rig fleet and is a provider of offshore drilling rigs in the United States and multiple international markets. Nabors also provides directional drilling services, performance tools and innovative technologies for its own rig fleet and those of third parties. Utilizing its advanced drilling automation capabilities, Nabors’ highly skilled workforce continues to set new standards for operational excellence and transform our industry.

LinkedIn followers
241,498
People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 515 West Greens Road, Houston, Texas 77067, US
  • Crown House, Second Floor, 4 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton, HM 08, Bermuda, US
  • JAFZA South Zone 2, Plot No. S20702, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, US
Business categories
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • Robotics
  • Oil and Gas
  • Industrial
  • Energy
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Marketing Automation
  • Customer Service
Other recorded names
  • Nabors
  • Nabors Career Site
  • Nabors Industries
Specialties
  • Onshore Drilling
  • Offshore Drilling
  • Specialized Drilling
  • Drilling Equipment Manufacturing
  • Directional Drilling
  • Drilling Software
  • Horizontal Drilling
  • Technology
  • Digital
  • Automation
  • Robotics
  • Decarbonization
  • Energy Transition
  • Geothermal
  • and Energy Storage
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Reported total investment
4,100,000,000

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Nabors Industries is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in approximately 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible energy production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing…

FieldValue
IndustryOil and Gas
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersHouston, Texas
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1952
SpecialtiesOnshore DrillingOffshore DrillingSpecialized DrillingDrilling Equipment ManufacturingDirectional DrillingDrilling SoftwareHorizontal DrillingTechnologyDigitalAutomation
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Job description

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.

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.

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)

  • 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.

    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.

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