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.
Perform daily inspections of cranes and equipment prior to startup.

- Enforce, clarify, and follow Company and Client policies, standards, and procedures.
- 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.
- Off load and load supply boats of any equipment necessary for platform operations.
- Transfer materials and equipment as required, anywhere on the platform.
- Perform additional duties, responsibilities, and special projects as may be directed
- Knowledgeable of mechanical systems and be skilled at working with hand and power tools.
- Pipe measurementand tallying of tubulars used in wellbore construction
- Running casing and completions assemblies
- 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
- Must have good verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate in English with staff, management, customers and vendors.
- High School diploma is required
- 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.
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- 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. 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, productive 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.

📌 Crane Operator Offshore M/F (St. John's)
🏢 Nabors
📍 St. John's