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    Sarens

    Heavy Lifting & Transport

    Tower Crane Operator

    Walsum, GermanyOn-SiteFreelance10+ yrs experiencePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    Experienced, Safety-Conscious, Flexible

    Join the force behind #Nothing too heavy, Nothing too high. 

    We are looking for a flexible and skilled Tower Crane Operator to join our team on our project in Walsum (Germany).

    In this role, you will ensure safety and compliance with Sarens’ SHEQ standards, promote continuous improvement, and manage daily crane operations. Your responsibilities will include site visits, document checks, crane assembly, and maintenance. With at least 10 years of experience operating heavy tower lattice boom cranes and relevant certifications, you will be crucial in maintaining operational excellence. Flexibility, and proficiency in English are essential. Join us and be part of our dynamic team!

    Responsibility:

    • Ensure everyone works safely and follows Sarens’ SHEQ standards.
    • Ensure all activities comply with Sarens’ SHEQ standards, policies, instructions, and local laws.
    • Check all necessary documents (e.g., planning instructions, certificates, lifting plans, load charts) before starting work.
    • Check local weather conditions beforehand.
    • Assemble, configure, and disassemble a crane.
    • Operate and control the crane independently, following manufacturing instructions.
    • Keep a crane clean, neat, and in good operational condition, including refueling as needed.
    • Inspect the crane and equipment for damage before, during, and after operations.
    • Perform daily, first-line, and preventive maintenance.
    • Report any damage and irregularities.
    • Provide feedback to the line or functional Manager on work and potential extra work.
    • Follow Sarens’ standards, company, and client policies and instructions in all tasks and training.

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    PROFILE

    • At least 10 years of experience as an operator of 40+t capacity tower cranes (Brands: Wollf, Wilbert, Liebherr)
    • Experience operating Tower cranes with a lattice boom.
    • Location near Walsum (Germany).
    • Certifications: a certificate for securing critical loads (IS-006) and/or a safety certificate (VCA). Additional certificates (forklift, telehandler, aerial platform) are a plus
    • Hoisting / safety certificate is mandatory. A driver’s License C or CE is strongly recommended
    • Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
    • Knowledge of mechanics and electronics.
    • Proficiency in English and German, both spoken and written.
    • Excellent communication and situational awareness skills.
    • Capability to work at heights
    • Strong teamwork skills.

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    WE OFFER

    • Permanent or freelance contract - full-time position. The project take place until February 2028
    • An attractive salary with numerous benefits.
    • Transport provided by Sarens
    • In addition to your on-the-job training, you will follow additional courses. - At the Sarens Training Centre, you can obtain all necessary certificates.
    • Sufficient career opportunities. - At Sarens, you are encouraged to grow in the direction you wish - You own your future. You never stop learning and you will continue to evolve.
    • Nice working atmosphere and helpful colleagues!
    • Place of employment: Wolvertem HQ (introduction, trainings,…) and German contact.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Sarens

    Sarens is a global leader in heavy lifting and engineered transport services.

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