Rigging Supervisor

Purpose of the role

Lift planning and supervision

• Review and implement lift plans, rigging plans, and critical lift studies prepared by the Lifting Engineer or Appointed Person.
• Classify lifts and ensure required approvals and permits, including PTW and lifting permits, are in place before work begins.
• Verify load weights, centre of gravity, ground bearing capacity, and exclusion zones.
• Conduct pre-lift toolbox talks and ensure the team understands roles and emergency plans.
• Supervise crane operators, riggers, banksmen/signallers, and other lifting personnel; ensure only competent, certified personnel participate.
• Coordinate with construction, piping, mechanical, and other disciplines to avoid SIMOPS conflicts; stop unsafe work using Stop Work Authority.

Equipment, HSE, and reporting

• Ensure cranes, hoists, forklifts, and lifting accessories have valid third-party certification and colour coding; verify inspections and remove defective equipment from service.
• Maintain lifting equipment registers, inspection records, lift plans, permits, certificates, competency records, and daily lifting logs.
• Enforce ADNOC HSE requirements and lifting standards; participate in risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits.
• Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts or conditions promptly; promote safety and continuous improvement.
• Provide progress and HSE reports to project management and the client.

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma or technical certificate in mechanical engineering or a related field; a degree is preferred.
• At least 7 years of lifting and rigging experience, including 3–5 years in a supervisory role on oil and gas projects.
• Experience with heavy and critical lifts in refinery, plant, or offshore environments.
• Prior ADNOC or UAE Gulf region project experience is highly preferred.
• Recognized lifting supervisor qualification such as LEEA, CPCS, NCCCO, or equivalent, and Rigger/signaller Level 3 or equivalent.
• ADNOC-recognized HSE induction and passport requirements; H2S awareness, first aid, and fire safety training.
• BOSIET/HUET and offshore medical for offshore assignments; valid UAE driving licence is preferred and medical fitness certificate is required.

Skills and competencies

• Strong knowledge of lifting regulations, crane load charts, and rigging practices; able to read lift plans, drawings, and load calculations.
• Leadership, communication, and decision-making under pressure.
• Good command of English; Arabic or Hindi/Urdu is an advantage.
• Proficiency in MS Office and permit or inspection management systems.

Working conditions

• Outdoor work in high heat and humidity; the role may involve shift work, rotation, or extended hours.
• Must comply with ADNOC site access, PPE, and medical requirements.