Crane Operator at Dangote
The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Location: Ibese Plant, Ibese Plant
About the Role
We are looking for a highly experienced and skilled Crane Operator to manage heavy lifting and material handling operations. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on expertise with large-capacity crane systems and a strong commitment to safe working practices.
Key Responsibilities
Operate truck-mounted telescopic boom cranes safely and efficiently in line with site procedures
Execute heavy lifting operations up to 100-ton capacity with precision and care
Operate articulated pick-and-carry cranes (Hydra/Farana) as required
Support material handling operations using forklifts when needed
Conduct pre-operation inspections and report faults or safety concerns promptly
Maintain accurate daily operation logs and maintenance records
Requirements
Valid Trade Test certificate
Valid Heavy Duty Driving Licence
Minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in crane operations
Demonstrable expertise operating truck-mounted telescopic boom cranes
Proficiency with Zoomlion, Faun, and XCMG crane models up to 100-ton capacity
Working knowledge of articulated cranes (Hydra/Farana)
Basic forklift operation skills