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Rhenus

Global freight, warehousing, logistics provider

Crane Operator - Port Logistics

Forklift & Powered Equipment OperationUpdated on Nov 14
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A valid crane operator license for port, mobile, or cargo-handling cranes is required.
  • Experience operating port mobile cranes, ship-to-shore container cranes, portal handlers, reach stackers, heavy-lift cranes, or cargo-handling machines is expected.
  • The candidate must be able to operate cargo-handling equipment such as container spreaders, lifting beams, round slings, chain and wire-rope slings, and other specialized rigging equipment.
  • The candidate must understand cargo securing and calculate centers of gravity, and be able to read and apply load charts, stowage plans, and cargo manifests.
  • The candidate must understand vessel stability, weight distribution, and quay-wall loading.
  • The candidate must be available for early, late, and night shifts.
  • A valid Class B driver's license is required; a Class CE driver's license is advantageous.
  • Experience with dangerous goods under the IMDG Code and RoRo, LoLo, or breakbulk handling is desirable to round out the candidate's profile.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate port cranes, mobile cranes, cargo-handling excavators, and ship-to-shore container cranes.
  • Load and unload sea-going, feeder, and inland vessels as well as heavy-lift pontoons, ensuring smooth handling of general cargo, bulk cargo, containers, heavy cargo, and project cargo.
  • Perform LoLo operations and move cargo including ISO containers, offshore components, steel structures, and wind turbines.
  • Handle loading of rotor blades, tower segments, machinery, and transformers.
  • Perform complex heavy-cargo operations and tandem lifts according to lift plans while maintaining safety.
  • Use cargo and stowage plans, account for load charts, load moments, and outreach limits, and coordinate with riggers, slingers, signalers, vessel operators, and dispatchers.
  • Conduct pre-start, maintenance, and functional checks on equipment before each assignment and comply with DGUV, ISPS, SCC, port, and terminal regulations.

Desired Qualifications

  • A completed technical or vocational apprenticeship is desirable.
  • Initial experience in port logistics, seaport cargo handling, or terminal operations is advantageous.
  • SCC/SGU certification and experience in offshore, wind energy, or heavy cargo operations are desirable.
  • A Class CE driver's license is advantageous.
  • Knowledge of dangerous goods under the IMDG Code and experience in RoRo, LoLo, or breakbulk cargo handling are desirable.

About the Company

Rhenus

Global freight, warehousing, logistics provider

Rhenus coordinates road, air, and ocean freight, contract logistics, warehousing, and port and inland waterway services from hundreds of locations worldwide to move goods for customers across many industries. By combining multimodal transport with warehousing and value-added services, it offers end-to-end supply chain solutions that include inventory management and distribution. Its global footprint and broad service mix, along with being part of the Rethmann group, lets it deliver integrated logistics with industry-specific expertise. Its goal is to help customers move and manage goods efficiently and reliably worldwide, optimizing supply chains and connecting producers with markets.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Holzwickede, Germany
Founded
1912

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