Lifting Supervisor

• Supervise and coordinate all lifting operations at site in accordance with approved lifting plans, project procedures, ADNOC requirements, and applicable regulations. • Ensure lifting activities are properly planned, risk-assessed, and authorized before work begins. • Verify that lifting equipment and accessories are certified, inspected, suitable for the load, and within their valid inspection period. • Check that cranes and lifting gear are operated within their rated capacities and approved configurations. • Confirm that operators, riggers, and banksmen/slingers are competent, certified, and authorized for their assigned duties. • Conduct pre-lift briefings and toolbox talks, ensuring all personnel understand their roles, hazards, communication methods, and emergency arrangements. • Coordinate with the lifting team and other site personnel to maintain safe work zones and prevent unauthorized access during lifting operations. • Ensure clear communication between the crane operator, banksman, and rigging team using agreed hand signals or radio communication. • Monitor weather and site conditions, including wind speed, visibility, ground stability, and overhead obstructions, and stop work when conditions are unsafe. • Ensure lifting operations follow the approved method statement, lift plan, permit-to-work requirements, and site HSE procedures. • Inspect the lifting area and confirm that crane positioning, ground conditions, access, and exclusion zones are suitable. • Stop any unsafe lifting activity and report incidents, near misses, equipment defects, or deviations from the approved plan. • Maintain records of inspections, certifications, lifting plans, briefings, permits, and relevant lifting documentation. • Coordinate with the site HSE team, construction team, and client representatives regarding lifting activities and compliance requirements. • Ensure equipment is safely stored and defective or uncertified lifting gear is removed from service. • Education: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent OR an experienced authorized supervisory-position holder whose job description includes lifting supervision. • Qualifications: 4-day Lifting Supervisor course through an ADNOC-approved training company, using an approved tutor. • Experience: Relevant oil & gas offshore/onshore lifting experience of at least 5 years, including at least 3 years in a similar position. • Must have adequate lifting-supervision training and practical experience and be competent to act as a Lifting Supervisor. • Must be capable of supervising lifting operations and leading crane operators, riggers and banksmen safely. • Nationality: Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, fostering a multicultural work environment. • Assessment: Assessment is required every 3 years. • The person must be trained/assessed for the applicable crane type/environment; offshore and onshore requirements can differ.