Rating qualified to operate shipboard or offshore cranes for cargo, stores, provisions and equipment lifting operations.
Responsibilities
Operate cranes safely within SWL and manufacturer limits
Conduct pre-use checks and report defects
Coordinate lifts with banksman / signalman and riggers
Maintain crane logs and assist with crane maintenance
Perform AB / deck duties when not operating cranes
Qualifications
STCW / Mandatory
STCW VI/1 Basic Training (PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR)
STCW VI/2-1 PSCRB (if assigned to survival craft / rescue boat crew)
STCW VI/6-2 Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
STCW II/5 Able Seafarer Deck (where serving as deck rating)
STCW V/2 Crowd Management (passenger ships – if designated on muster list to assist passengers)
Other / Company
Valid PEME / medical fitness certificate (STCW I/9; MLC 2006 Reg 1.2) and ship-specific familiarization (STCW I/14) before assuming duties
Crane operator certification (OPITO Offshore Crane Operator for offshore, or maker / accredited marine crane course)
Banksman / Slinger / Rigging training
Lifting operations (LOLER) awareness