Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) Operator

About the role

The Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) Operator will work in the yard operations department at Oildrop Africa Limited’s Mombasa terminal. The role focuses on safe and efficient handling of shipping containers, ensuring compliance with terminal safety standards and optimal container placement.

Key responsibilities

• Operate RTG cranes to load, unload, stack and sort containers within assigned yard blocks.
• Maintain continuous communication with ground personnel, checkers and yard planners to coordinate container movements.
• Perform daily pre‑operational safety inspections and routine maintenance checks, reporting any defects immediately.
• Use computerized cabin control systems to verify container coordinates and execute commands accurately.
• Adhere to port speed limits, clearance zones and all operational safety guidelines.

Required profile

• KCSE C‑ (Minus) or equivalent.
• Valid NTSA Class B, C or E driving licence with a forklift endorsement.
• Gantry Crane Operator Certificate (mandatory) and at least one of: Terminal Tractor, Top Loader or Winch Crane Operations Certificate.
• Minimum three years of experience operating RTG equipment, preferably within Kenya Ports Authority facilities.
• Full physical and medical fitness certification and basic ICT competency.

Required skills

• NTSA Class B/C/E driving licence with forklift endorsement.
• Gantry Crane Operator Certificate.
• Terminal Tractor Driving Certificate (or Top Loader/Winch Crane Certificate).
• Proficiency in operating computerized terminal equipment.