Crane Operator at Kilombero Sugar

The successful candidate will be responsible to operate the Mobile Crane safely and efficiently according to standard operating procedures to ensure safety and performance requirements are met.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily and weekly inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures on the crane, chain, sling and pads and report any deviations to the Foreman.
• Assist in breakdown or maintenance work as required.
• Ensure a proper handing over to ensure effective and safe operations.
• Park the machine in a safe position.
• Work with supervisor and customer in determining the work to be completed.
• Work with a Rigger Technician to complete work on a safe and acceptable standard.
• Following the SOP and participate in Risk Assessment before attending any task.
• Contribute to problem solving during CI meetings by identifying areas for improvement and making suggestions.
• Ensure that work is done to the relevant safety standards.
• Performs all tasks according to Kilombero Sugar’s Quality, Safety, Health and Environment policies and procedures.
• If any situation that is non- conforming to required standards, unsafe, or unhealthy, or anything that threatens to impact on the environment comes to your attention, report this to your superior using the existing incident report system.
• Ensures that all operations are carried out as per the ISO 9001/ISO 22000 to achieve quality and food safety standards.

Job Qualification and Experience

• Certificate of Lifting Operation Course from a recognized Institution
• Valid Driver’s License (Class G & F)
• Ordinary Level Certificate
• 1- 3 years of hands-on experience operating cranes or heavy machinery
• Ability to operate specific crane types (e.g. Mobile Crane)
• Good communication skills

Terms of Service: The successful candidate will be engaged on a Fixed Term Contract.

All interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, please apply for the position on or before 11th August 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disability are highly encouraged to apply.