Arun Lajapathi

Seasoned Crane Operator offering 17 years of construction industry experience both offshore &onshore, efficient and safe equipment operations and on-time project completion. Communicates precisely with crew and management to promote project completion and adherence to safety protocols.

Driving license No :

India: 16/3537/2003

Qatar: 28535604033

Oman: 87854549

• 2006-2010, Al JABER, DOHA QATAR
• 2011-2012, MOBILIFT & PARTNERS LLC, OMAN
• 2012-2013, STARIKAT KEJURUTERAAN SISTEMATIK SAND BHD, BRUNEI
• 2013-2014, QATARNAVIGATION, MILAHA, QATAR
• 2014-2015, KOCHI METRO PROJECT,
• 2015-2017, COCHIN REFINERY,
• 2017-2021, MASSUTERA ENGINEERING SDN BHD, BRUNEI
• 2021-2023, WOLF TRANSPORT CO., SAUDI ARABIA
• 2024- till date, JJ Crane, Kochi

• 17 years of total experience in the field of operating truck mounted, RT Mobile Cranes and Reach Stacker (KATO-up to 70 tones, TADANO-up to 110 tones, GROVE 220 tons, XCMG 25-100 tons, KONE CRANES RS SMV 4531 TB5 & SMV 4531 TC5 )
• Experience in determining crane type and its capacity
• Knowledgeable about onshore and offshore requirements, workplace hazards, priorities,emergency Procedures and Rules.
• Experience in inspecting all lifting gear to be used
• Experience in working as Foreman/Supervisor for Rig move activities that includes supervisio of crew, spotting loads, loading and unloading activity.
• As a team leader, ensure that all Rig, Camp moves and field activities are carried out safely, within prescribed time frame, in a professional manner.
• Liaise with the Scheduling department, ROP, Tool Pusher, Crew Foreman and workers a necessary, to ensure sufficient ‘fit for purpose’ resources are available prior to starting the job.This includes inspecting all slings shackles n and winch lines prior to any operation and filing areport on the crew’s operational readiness to the Field Superintendent.
• Knowledgeable about safe use of all lifting gear, correct revving practices, correct angle factors.
• Experience in determine correct capacity of lifting gear.
• Expert in calculate area, calculate volume, use other means of establishing load mass(i.e. manufacturer).
• Experience in using chain blocks, chain puller, plate clamp, shackles, spreader, lifting equalizing beams.
• Experience in pre-operational checks, maintaining log book and load chart.
• Experience and trained in operation of different type of cranes as per manufacturer requirements.
• Trained in lift and move loads as directed by dogman/rigger, shut down and make crane safe.
• Knowledgeable about after Shut Down activities like

a) Inspection of all lifting gear.
b) Crane inspection
c) Shutdown problems recording in Log Book.

• Leveraged expertise in load-lifting attachments and rigging techniques to manage diverse loads.
• Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
• Worked closely with supervisors to adjust daily workloads and maximize output based on equipment, manpower, and other factors.
• Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
• Adapted seamlessly to new crane technologies, mastering control systems and adopting best practices for safe operation.
• Optimized crane operations by continually refining lifting strategies based on site-specific conditions and requirements.
• Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
• Leveraged knowledge of load charts, rigging techniques, and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of crane operation.
• Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
• Streamlined communication between team members using hand signals, radios, or other means appropriate depending on the situation.
• Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by staying current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased responsibility for critical lifts on high-profile projects.
• Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
• Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
• Followed top piling techniques when working with various types of piles to complete projects safely and on-time.
• Used troubleshooting and resolution skills to address crane-related malfunctions while minimizing downtime.
• Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
• Collaborated effectively with project managers, engineers, and other team members to achieve desired results on schedule.

• PASSPORT, X6103553, 08/05/23, RIYADH, 07/05/33
• CDC (BELIZE), MT-38629, 29/04/15, INDIA, 28/04/20
• INDOSS NO, 14ZL0760, 21/05/14, INDIA,

• ELEMENTARY FIRST AID, EFA/EMA/932-140/014451, 26/04/14, KOCHI, INDIA
• PERSONAL SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES, PST/EMA/884-14/014617, 07/05/14, KOCHI, INDIA
• CERTIFICATE OF PROFICIENCY IN PERSONAL SAFETY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, PSSR/EMA/906-14/015114, 30/04/14, KOCHI, INDIA
• FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE FIGHTING, FPFF/EMA/846-14/013853, 10/05/14, KOCHI, INDIA
• ICS OFFSHORE CRANE OPERATING CERTIFICATE, 91/2013/QPC/3738/II, 15/04/16, TIRUNELVELI, INDIA
• HELICOPTER UNDER WATER ESCAPE TECHNIQUES, HUT/01/15/48, 19/01/15, BELIZE

• Age: 38
• Father's Name: Lajapathi
• Date of Birth: 02/05/85
• Gender: Male
• Marital Status: Married
• Phone: +918281638832, +919747565847