Open Application – Crane Operator

DOF Management is always interested in hearing from experienced and motivated Crane Operators who are looking for new opportunities within a world-class offshore organization.

As a Crane Operator with DOF, you will be part of a highly skilled offshore team operating advanced vessels supporting the global offshore industry. Safety, professionalism, and operational excellence are at the core of everything we do.

DOF Management provides management services to a modern fleet of offshore support vessels operating worldwide. Our personnel play a key role in delivering safe and efficient operations for our customers across the offshore life cycle.

We are seeking qualified candidates who are interested in future opportunities onboard our vessels. By submitting an open application, your profile will be considered for upcoming vacancies that match your qualifications and experience.

Requirements

General Requirements

• Valid STCW Basic Safety Training
• Valid Medical Certificate
• Valid Passport
• Designated Security Duties certificate
• G5 or Sparrow stage 3 is mandatory
• Offshore crane operation experience
• Good communication skills in English
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment
• Strong focus on safety and safe working practices

Position: FRC Coxswain

Location: West Africa

Start date: 27.04.2026

Role Summary

The FRC Coxswain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Fast Rescue Craft (FRC). The role includes launching, recovering, and manoeuvring the craft to support emergency response, rescue operations, and routine maritime activities while ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manoeuvre the Fast Rescue Craft safely in various sea and weather conditions
• Act as Coxswain during operations
• Conduct pre-use checks, routine inspections, and basic maintenance of the FRC
• Ensure compliance with STCW requirements, safety procedures, and operational guidelines
• Ensure all crew adhere to safety requirements while onboard

Requirements

• STCW Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats (FRB)
• STCW Basic Safety Training
• Valid ENG1 Seafarer Medical Certificate

Experience

• Proven experience operating jet drive vessels is desirable
• Previous experience as an FRC Coxswain or in a similar operational role is desirable

Skills and Competencies

We are recruiting, on behalf of our partner active in Africa, to strengthen its offshore deck crew team on sea-going vessels.
The Deck Supervisor will be responsible for organizing and executing deck operations on board, including cargo handling, bunkering, waste management, lifting operations, and deck crew supervision.

Requirements

Professional Experience

• Minimum of five years supervising deck operations on offshore oil and gas production facilities,
  or at least three years as Bosun or Crew Master on sea-going vessels.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary and multicultural teams in offshore environments.

We are recruiting, on behalf of our partner active in Africa, to strengthen its offshore deck crew team specialized in rigging, slinging, and signalling.

This recruitment is part of an ongoing effort to reinforce operational capacity for maritime logistics activities associated with offshore production installations, including supply vessels, FPSOs, and platforms in Angola and other West African locations.

The role is critical in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant handling and movement of heavy equipment and cargo during lifting operations offshore.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team and work under the direct supervision of the deck supervisor or boatswain. The role involves preparing, inspecting, and safely handling rigging equipment, slinging and guiding loads during lifting operations, and communicating effectively with crane operators and other team members to guarantee safe cargo movements.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES