Ferdinand George

Dedicated and safety-driven Crane Operations Professional with over 14 years of extensive crane operation experience and over 4 years of crane training and instructional experience. Proven expertise in lifting operations, hazard identification, risk assessment, crane safety compliance, and operator's development. Highly skilled in training and crane operation, mentoring of crane operators to achieve superior safety performance and operational efficiency.

Strong commitment to fostering a proactive safety culture and improving workplace competency.

Crane Operator - CMF Nigeria Limited

(2025-03)

• Loading and unloading of heavy materials
• Lifting & Repositioning of heavy equipment
• Pre-operational check of the crane
• Crane safety and maintenance
• Obedient to site safety rules
• Hazard identification and risk analysis
• Lifting team coordinator
• Demag AC 120 : 100 ton
• OLD PPM : 35 ton

Crane Trainer / Crane Operations Instructor - MZV Granites and Mines Nigeria Ltd - Abuja

(2024-04 - 2025-03)

• Deliver structured practical and theoretical training on crane operations
• Train operators on safe lifting techniques, load handling, and equipment stability
• Educate trainees on hazard identification, risk assessment, and accident prevention
• Provide instruction on crane setup, rigging principles, and lifting planning
• Guide operators on pre-operational inspections and safety compliance procedures
• Mentor operators on equipment limitations, safe working loads, and operational boundaries
• Assess operator competency, performance, and safety awareness
• Develop operator confidence, precision, and operational discipline
• Promote adherence to safety regulations, procedures, and best practices
• Support continuous improvement of operator safety culture
• Grove Mobile Crane GMK2035 – 50 Tons
• Grove Mobile Crane GMK2035 – 35 Tons

Mobile Crane Operator / Crane Trainer - Julius Berger Nigeria Plc - Abuja

(2008-08 - 2024-03)

Operational Responsibilities

• Execute safe and efficient lifting operations across multiple construction sites
• Operate cranes for lifting, positioning, and installation of heavy materials
• Performed crane setup, leveling, and stabilization prior to lifting activities
• Conducted pre-operational inspections to ensure equipment safety and reliability
• Coordinated lifting operations with riggers, supervisors, and site lifting teams
• Ensured compliance with lifting plans and safe working load requirements
• Loading and offloading materials from trailers and transport vehicles
• Monitored crane performance and identified mechanical or operational issues
• Conducted routine crane maintenance and safety checks
• Implemented hazard identification and risk control measures
• Maintained strict adherence to safety procedures and operational guidelines
• Provided lifting support for installation and work-at-height activities
• Ensured safe maneuvering of cranes within confined and dynamic workspaces
• Trained crane operators on safe crane handling and lifting procedures
• Delivered hands-on operational guidance and safety-focused instruction
• Educate operators on crane stability, load dynamics, and operational safety
• Provided training on hazard recognition and risk mitigation techniques
• Instructed operators on crane inspection and preventive maintenance awareness
• Mentored operators to improve precision, efficiency, and safety compliance
• Assist in developing operators skills, confidence, and decision-making ability
• Reinforced best practices in lifting operations and safety standards
• Promoted a strong safety culture among operators and site personnel
• Grove RT880E – 80 Tons
• Grove RT875E – 75 Tons
• Grove RT760E – 60 Tons
• Grove RT530E – 30 Tons
• Liebherr Payloader IT14
• JCB Forklift

Senior Secondary School Certificate - Mixed Secondary School, Ogbagu Ogume, Delta State (1995-07 - 2000)