{"id":108769,"date":"2026-08-18T05:05:16","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T05:05:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/crane-operator\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T05:05:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T05:05:16","slug":"crane-operator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/crane-operator\/","title":{"rendered":"Crane Operator"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Crane Operator\", \"description\": \"Key Responsibilities:\\nCrane Operations\\nSafely operate overhead cranes ranging from 1.5-ton up to 10-ton capacity, together with other associated lifting equipment, to move products, equipment, and materials, verifying load weight, rigging, path, and signals before each pick.\\nAssembly & Setup\\nPartner with the Lake Logistics team on the assembly, positioning, and disassembly of the crane on site, ensuring correct anchoring, alignment, and rigging before any lift is performed.\\nDaily Maintenance & Inspection\\nComplete pre-start and end-of-shift checks on the crane; cable alignment and wear, hydraulic hoses, oil and fuel levels, greasing of moving parts, tightness of bolts and attachments, condition of hooks, slings, and shackles, and washing of the machine. Record findings in the daily log and immediately escalate any defect that affects safe operation\\nMaterial Handling\\nTransfer materials to designated storage or staging areas, stack loads safely and efficiently, and verify counts of items received, moved, or dispatched against paperwork.\\nSafety & Compliance\\nUphold a safe work environment by following Victory Farms\u2019 lifting-operations and HSE policies, Safe Work Procedures, lock-out\/tag-out LOTO, and good housekeeping standards. Stop working immediately whenever conditions are unsafe.\\nTeam Coordination\\nCommunicate clearly with the Lake Logistics Supervisor or Designee, fellow operators, and riggers on lift plans, schedules, daily priorities, and load-handling assignments, using standard hand signals and radio protocols.\\nSupport special projects, planned maintenance shutdowns, and other duties reasonably assigned by the supervisor\\n.\\nSkills and Qualifications:\\nMinimum Qualifications\\nKenya Certificate of Secondary Education KCSE, Mean Grade D+ or higher, or its recognized equivalent.\\nMinimum of two 2 years\u2019 verifiable, hands-on experience operating overhead cranes in the 1.5-ton to 10-ton capacity range within an industrial, marine, or aquaculture environment.\\nAt least two 2 years\u2019 experience operating lift trucks \/ forklifts under active loading and unloading conditions.\\nCertifications & Licenses\\nValid Crane Operator \/ Overhead Lifting-Equipment Operator certification issued by a recognized institution or regulatory body.\\nValid First Aid and Basic Fire Safety training certificates are an advantage.\\nAbility to read, interpret, and apply load charts, rigging tables, and manufacturer safe-operating limits.\\nPhysical & Medical Requirements\\nProven ability to operate a Gantry Max lifting system.\\nPrior working experience in marine \/ lakeside operations or large-scale aquaculture facilities.\\nBasic mechanical knowledge is sufficient to identify hydraulic, electrical, and structural faults during daily inspections.\\nWilling and able to work rotating day and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays as operations require.\\nAdded Advantage\\nProven ability to operate a Gantry Max lifting system.\\nPrior working experience in marine \/ lakeside operations or large-scale aquaculture facilities.\\nBasic mechanical knowledge is sufficient to identify hydraulic, electrical, and structural faults during daily inspections.\\nSkills & Behavioral Competencies\\nStrong attention to detail, precision, and accuracy underload.\\nProven safety record and a zero-incident mindset; empowered to stop work when conditions are unsafe.\\nAbility to plan, prioritize workload, and adapt to changing operational demands.\\nAbility to perform in a high-volume, fast-paced, outdoor environment.\\nStrong communication and teamwork skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.\\nSound knowledge of load charts, rigging principles, standard hand and radio signals.\\nBasic mechanical aptitude for daily inspections, defect reporting, and coordination with maintenance.\\nBenefit\\n:\\nVisibility into the world\u2019s fastest growing aquaculture company.\\nIdeal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.\\nThe team is committed to the candidate\u2019s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-08-17\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Victory Farms\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-31T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Victory Farms<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-31<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Key Responsibilities:<br \/>Crane Operations<br \/>Safely operate overhead cranes ranging from 1.5-ton up to 10-ton capacity, together with other associated lifting equipment, to move products, equipment, and materials, verifying load weight, rigging, path, and signals before each pick.<br \/>Assembly &#038; Setup<br \/>Partner with the Lake Logistics team on the assembly, positioning, and disassembly of the crane on site, ensuring correct anchoring, alignment, and rigging before any lift is performed.<br \/>Daily Maintenance &#038; Inspection<br \/>Complete pre-start and end-of-shift checks on the crane; cable alignment and wear, hydraulic hoses, oil and fuel levels, greasing of moving parts, tightness of bolts and attachments, condition of hooks, slings, and shackles, and washing of the machine. Record findings in the daily log and immediately escalate any defect that affects safe operation<br \/>Material Handling<br \/>Transfer materials to designated storage or staging areas, stack loads safely and efficiently, and verify counts of items received, moved, or dispatched against paperwork.<br \/>Safety &#038; Compliance<br \/>Uphold a safe work environment by following Victory Farms\u2019 lifting-operations and HSE policies, Safe Work Procedures, lock-out\/tag-out LOTO, and good housekeeping standards. Stop working immediately whenever conditions are unsafe.<br \/>Team Coordination<br \/>Communicate clearly with the Lake Logistics Supervisor or Designee, fellow operators, and riggers on lift plans, schedules, daily priorities, and load-handling assignments, using standard hand signals and radio protocols.<br \/>Support special projects, planned maintenance shutdowns, and other duties reasonably assigned by the supervisor<br \/>.<br \/>Skills and Qualifications:<br \/>Minimum Qualifications<br \/>Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education KCSE, Mean Grade D+ or higher, or its recognized equivalent.<br \/>Minimum of two 2 years\u2019 verifiable, hands-on experience operating overhead cranes in the 1.5-ton to 10-ton capacity range within an industrial, marine, or aquaculture environment.<br \/>At least two 2 years\u2019 experience operating lift trucks \/ forklifts under active loading and unloading conditions.<br \/>Certifications &#038; Licenses<br \/>Valid Crane Operator \/ Overhead Lifting-Equipment Operator certification issued by a recognized institution or regulatory body.<br \/>Valid First Aid and Basic Fire Safety training certificates are an advantage.<br \/>Ability to read, interpret, and apply load charts, rigging tables, and manufacturer safe-operating limits.<br \/>Physical &#038; Medical Requirements<br \/>Proven ability to operate a Gantry Max lifting system.<br \/>Prior working experience in marine \/ lakeside operations or large-scale aquaculture facilities.<br \/>Basic mechanical knowledge is sufficient to identify hydraulic, electrical, and structural faults during daily inspections.<br \/>Willing and able to work rotating day and night shifts, including weekends and public holidays as operations require.<br \/>Added Advantage<br \/>Proven ability to operate a Gantry Max lifting system.<br \/>Prior working experience in marine \/ lakeside operations or large-scale aquaculture facilities.<br \/>Basic mechanical knowledge is sufficient to identify hydraulic, electrical, and structural faults during daily inspections.<br \/>Skills &#038; Behavioral Competencies<br \/>Strong attention to detail, precision, and accuracy underload.<br \/>Proven safety record and a zero-incident mindset; empowered to stop work when conditions are unsafe.<br \/>Ability to plan, prioritize workload, and adapt to changing operational demands.<br \/>Ability to perform in a high-volume, fast-paced, outdoor environment.<br \/>Strong communication and teamwork skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.<br \/>Sound knowledge of load charts, rigging principles, standard hand and radio signals.<br \/>Basic mechanical aptitude for daily inspections, defect reporting, and coordination with maintenance.<br \/>Benefit<br \/>:<br \/>Visibility into the world\u2019s fastest growing aquaculture company.<br \/>Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.<br \/>The team is committed to the candidate\u2019s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified? Go to Victory Farms on victoryfarmskenya.com to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myjobmag.co.ke\/apply-now\/1308725\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 20px;background:#2271b1;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;\">Apply Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p><small>Source: MyJobMag<\/small><\/p>\n<p><!-- job-expiry: 2026-08-31 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Company: Victory Farms Location: Nairobi Job Type: Full Time Apply Before: 2026-08-31 Job Description Key Responsibilities:Crane OperationsSafely operate overhead cranes ranging from 1.5-ton up to 10-ton capacity, together with other associated lifting equipment, to move products, equipment, and materials, verifying load weight, rigging, path, and signals before each pick.Assembly &#038; SetupPartner with the Lake Logistics [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1408,1409],"tags":[1425,1413,1412,2068],"class_list":["post-108769","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-jobs","category-nairobi","tag-full-time","tag-job-listing","tag-myjobmag","tag-victory-farms"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/108769","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=108769"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/108769\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=108769"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=108769"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=108769"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}