About the Role
VURIN Group, a leading diversified portfolio across the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors in Nigeria and beyond, is currently seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Crane Foreman (Electrical & Instrumentation). In this pivotal role, you will lead our onsite electrical and instrumentation technician crew during critical crane inspection, maintenance, and testing activities across both onshore and offshore facilities, ensuring strict adherence to API RP 2D and OEM standards.
Key Responsibilities- Plan and allocate daily tasks for the electrical and instrumentation technician crew at site, ensuring adequate tools, test equipment, and spare parts are readily available.
- Supervise the inspection, maintenance, and repair of crane electrical and control systems, including power supplies, motors, limit switches, and safe-load indicators.
- Obtain necessary permits under the Permit to Work system, enforce isolation and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements, and lead daily toolbox talks and job hazard analyses.
- Check the quality of repairs, sign off on functional safety checks, and ensure defective components are replaced with approved parts.
- Review inspection checklists and maintenance records while coordinating closely with mechanical crews, crane operators, and client representatives.
- Bachelor Degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 10 years of specialized experience in crane electrical and instrumentation maintenance within the oil and gas industry.
- Mandatory API 2D Certified Crane Technician certification and a valid BOSIET/OSP certificate for offshore operations.
- Demonstrated expertise in electrical safety, isolation procedures, and leading technician crews in complex environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for comprehensive reporting and documentation.
- Competitive salary commensurate with industry standards.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and offshore career advancement.