Crane Specialist (FSR/SME) (Electrical & Instrumentation)

VURIN GROUPPort Harcourt, Rivers StateOn-siteContractListed 1 day ago

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About this role

## Role: Crane Specialist ( FSR / SME ) ( Electrical & Instrumentation ) Location: Onsite / Offshore
VURIN Ltd. – Where Significance
Meets Opportunity!

VURIN Ltd. is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation operating
in the oil and gas sector, committed to delivering significant value through technical excellence, disciplined execution and strong business partnerships. Recognised as a Great Place
to Work, we foster a culture built around empowerment, collaboration and excellence.

The Role

The Crane Specialist ( FSR / SME ) ( Electrical & Instrumentation ) will be responsible for providing
OEM-aligned technical expertise on crane electrical, control and LMI systems on
onshore and offshore facilities.

The role will lead complex technical work, approve repair methods, carry out API RP 2 D inspections and train technicians
and client personnel, ensuring cranes are returned to service safely and
reliably in line with API RP 2 D, OEM
requirements and client HSE procedures.

What You’ll Do
Technical
Expertise & Diagnostics
• Lead complex diagnostics on
crane electrical, control and LMI systems.
• Carry out parameter checks
on crane control and LMI systems in line with OEM requirements.
• Lead calibration of
LMI/safe-load indicators, limit switches and other safety devices.
• Approve repair methods for
electrical and instrumentation faults.
Inspection, Testing & Certification

• Conduct API RP 2 D inspections of crane electrical, control and safety systems.
• Verify correct operation of
safety devices and alarms after calibration, overhaul or repair.
• Support load tests and
return-to-service decisions with complete inspection and test evidence.
Overhaul & Repair Oversight

• Provide technical oversight
of electrical and instrumentation overhaul work.
• Review repair work by
technicians and foremen against OEM requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis on
recurring electrical and instrumentation failures.

Training & Knowledge Transfer
• Train technicians and client personnel on crane systems, maintenance practices and safe working methods.
• Provide on-the-job coaching
to technicians and foremen during complex jobs.

• Share lessons learned and
OEM updates with the maintenance team.

HSE & Documentation

• Work under the Permit to
Work system and ensure isolation/LOTO is applied before work starts.
• Prepare technical reports,
inspection reports and repair recommendations for review.
• Report defects, spare parts
needs and recurring failures to the Crane/O&M Engineer.
• Comply with client and VURIN
HSE policies, procedures and life-saving rules on site.
• Report unsafe acts, unsafe
conditions, near misses and incidents promptly.

### Requirements
What We Are Looking For Education
• B achelor’s degree or HND in Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Instrumentation, or related Engineering field.
• API 2 D Certified Crane Technician ( required ) .
• OEM
training certification on crane electrical, control or LMI systems.
• Valid B OSIET / OSP certificate for offshore assignments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools - Word and Excel
for reporting.

Experience
• Minimum 10 years in crane electrical and instrumentation maintenance, inspection and overhaul, preferably in Oil & G as ( onshore / offshore ) .
• In-depth experience with pedestal, mobile and overhead crane electrical, control and LMI systems.
• Experience as a field service representative or sub j ect matter expert on cranes.
• Proven experience working under Permit to Work and isolation / LOTO systems .

Knowledge & Proficiency
• Crane electrical power,
control and LMI systems
• Calibration of LMI/safe-load
indicators, limit switches and safety devices
• API RP 2 D crane inspection and maintenance requirements
• Electrical schematics,
wiring diagrams and OEM manuals
• Ha z ardous area ( Ex ) electrical equipment requirements
• Permit to Work,
isolation/LOTO and HSE practices

Skills &a