Crane Truck Driver

Purpose of Position

Unik Construction Engineering has grown from a small building contractor into a competitive large corporation with 20 years’ steadfast development, Established in 1996 in Botswana, the company has established branches in Lesotho, Zambia, Namibia and South Africa in 2007, 2009 and 2013 respectively. Unik Construction Engineering Namibia (Pty) Ltd, registered in 2013, located at 26 Rensburger Street, Lafrenz, Windhoek, specializes in larger scale projects ranging from road and bridge construction, water and sewer services, residential, commercial, industrial buildings and infrastructure development.

Responsibilities:

• Operate truck-mounted cranes safely and efficiently.
• Transport materials to designated work areas.
• Lift and position construction materials in accordance with lifting plans and safety procedures.
• Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle and crane.
• Report mechanical defects immediately.
• Maintain crane logbooks and inspection records.
• Assist with loading and unloading activities.
• Follow approved lifting plans and instructions from supervisors.
• Maintain good housekeeping around lifting operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Grade 10 certificate (minimum requirement).
• Grade 12 certificate will be an added advantage.
• Valid Namibian Code CE driver's licence, or Code C1 where applicable to the vehicle being operated.
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PrDP), where applicable.
• Valid Truck-Mounted Crane Operator Certificate or Competency Card issued by an accredited training provider.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience operating truck-mounted cranes (HIAB/crane trucks).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working on railway, road, bridge or major civil construction projects.
• Experience lifting and handling rail sleepers, rails, culverts, steel structures, containers and heavy construction materials.
• Experience working around heavy plant and earthmoving equipment.

Skills and Technical Knowledge:

• Ability to read and interpret lifting plans.
• Knowledge of crane load charts and lifting capacities.
• Understanding of safe lifting procedures.
• Ability to conduct daily crane inspections and perform basic preventative maintenance.
• Knowledge of hydraulic crane systems.
• Ability to complete vehicle inspection checklists accurately.
• Good communication skills in English.

Safety Requirements:

• Knowledge of Namibian road traffic regulations.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of lifting equipment regulations.
• Knowledge of railway site safety procedures.
• Ability to conduct pre-use inspections and participate in risk assessments and toolbox talks.
• Zero tolerance for alcohol and drugs.
• Medically fit to perform construction work.

Added Advantages:

• Banksman/Slinger Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Defensive Driving Certificate.
• Experience working on railway construction projects.
• Basic mechanical knowledge of crane maintenance.

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable and punctual.
• Safety-conscious and responsible.
• Willingness to work long hours when required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.