Job descriptionJob Description
Job Title: EOT Crane Operator / Gantry Crane Operator
Industry: Steel / Heavy Engineering / Manufacturing
Key Responsibilities
• Operate rail-mounted gantry and EOT cranes as per manufacturer guidelines, SOPs, and Qatar Steel HSE regulations
• Lift, move, and accurately position materials such as billets and rebar using electromagnets, hooks, and slings
• Assess load assembly, identify center of gravity, and ensure load safety before lifting
• Operate crane controls including levers, pedals, and buttons to manage hoist movement, speed, and direction
• Follow written, verbal, and signal instructions during crane operations
• Perform daily cleaning, inspection, and routine maintenance of cranes and lifting equipment
• Report equipment defects and ensure safe working conditions at all times
Requirements
Education & Skills
Minimum qualification: 10+2 (Higher Secondary)
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Certification & Experience
Valid third-party certification for Safe Gantry Crane and EOT Crane Operations
Certification must be issued by QE or Qatar Steel-HSE approved institutions
Compliance with BS ISO 15513:2000, ISO 12480-1, and ISO 9926 standards
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in gantry crane or similar crane operations
Experience in the steel industry is required
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: 10+2 (Higher Secondary). Basic proficiency in computer (PC) operations. Valid third-party certification for Safe Gantry Crane and EOT Crane Operations, issued by QE or Qatar Steel-HSE approved institutions, in compliance with BS ISO 15513:2000, ISO 12480-1, and ISO 9926 standards. Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently. Minimum of 3years of hands-on experience in gantry crane or equivalent crane operations, preferably within the steel industry. 
