Inspector (Lifting Equipment)

ADNOC Logistics & Services; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Logistics & Services is seeking a seasoned Lifting Equipment Inspector to enforce in-house standards and ensure safe, compliant lifting operations at MOSB and offshore locations. The role emphasizes certification management, incident reporting, and ongoing improvement of lifting practices across onshore and offshore assets.

The ideal candidate will have extensive lifting equipment experience, LEEA qualifications, and proficiency in CAD drawing and MS Office, with strong English

Qualifications

• 7 years’ experience in lifting equipment certification and maintenance in oil & gas, with at least 5 years in lifting equipment inspection in major oil companies.
• Appointed Person for Lifting operations (mobile cranes) and ADNOC-approved training/certification requirements.
• Knowledge of international lifting equipment standards and codes; HSE-PSW-CP19 awareness.
• Be able to write lifting plans and produce CAD drawings for lifting operations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect lifting equipment and ensure certification and maintenance are up to date.
• Ensure adherence to ADNOC HSE standards and CP19 in all lifting operations.
• Prepare lifting plans and supervise on-site lifting activities; generate reports and maintain records.
• Coordinate with contractors for equipment certification status and inspections.
• Provide training or demonstrations to ensure safe lifting practices on site.

Skills

Lifting plans

Lifting equipment knowledge

Inspection experience

CAD drawings

MS Office

Appointed Person course

LEEA qualification (3 diplomas)

English communication

Education

LEEA qualification (3 diplomas)

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

About the company

We are a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world‑class asset base. We are the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC’s entire value chain. We also provide market‑leading, cost‑competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ship to more than 50 countries across the world.As a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, we are driven to set the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability. We are committed to delivering world‑class solutions that are innovative and efficient, while always putting safety first

About the company

We are a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world‑class asset base. We are the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC’s entire value chain. We also provide market‑leading, cost‑competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ship to more than 50 countries across the world.As a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, we are driven to set the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability. We are committed to delivering world‑class solutions that are innovative and efficient, while always putting safety first

JOB PURPOSE

Enforce proper compliance to management strategy for all lifting Inspections and operations in MOSB. This includes inspection of all lifted equipment and ensures all cargo lifting operation are carried out in controlled manner with full compliance to ADNOC HSE-PSW-CP19 standards

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensure implementation of in-house lifting standards / code of practices and procedures at MOSB as part of the lifting management strategy, document, and other approved Standards.
• Ensure that register of all company lifting equipment and lifting tackles & accessories are updated with respect to certification, maintenance, colour codes etc.
• Ensure that adequate Pre trip inspections are being carried out on cargo carrying units / baskets etc and allied lifting equipment for safe cargo lifting operation and to ensure that all cargo units are safe to lift and seaworthy for sailing.
• Maintain relevant data and generate reports as and when required regarding inspection details, statistics, and other related activities.
• Carryout inspection of Backloaded non-compliant Cargo from offshore Location. And provide safe cargo handling solutions
• Ensure non routine cargo lifting operation are carried out in controlled manner with full compliance to Adnoc HSE standards.
• Ensure by adequate inspection and carrying out necessary corrective action that all cargo units are safe to lift and seaworthy for sailing.
• Carryout necessary minor repair/ maintenance/ inspection of all types of lifting equipment related to logistic operation.
• Carryout necessary activities with less direction/ supervision for maintaining all lifting equipment to Adnoc L&S / international standards.
• Maintain relevant data and generate reports on daily basis regarding inspection details, movement & release statistics and other such related activities in computer.
• Observe company safety rules and regulations in carrying at all assigned duties. Uses correct PPEs and report to supervisor any unsafe conditions or practices. Participate /conduct safety firefighting drills as assigned. Reports any accidents, damage, and equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to supervisor immediately.
• Carries out all activities in accordance with the company’s health, safety environment and quality policies.
• To carry out all types of assignment call basis/ shifts as and when required by supervisor.

The job responsibilities are not limited to the above and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time as demand for the operational requirements.

Generic Accountabilities

Supervision

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the UAE national employees as part of Emiratisation program on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.

Carryout close monitoring on safe use of lifting equipment by other end users and arrange to provide necessary training/practical demonstration in coordination with Competency management Officer to bring up a better working standard in work site

Budgets

• Provide input for preparation of the Department / Section budgets and assist in the implementation of the approved Budget and work plans to deliver Section objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Implement approved Department / Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the Department / Section’s work programs in line with Company and International standards.
• Comply with all applicable legislation and legal regulations.

Performance Management

• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Department / Section in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Identify and appraise the management about new material handling equipment and methods to improve the quality, efficiency, and safety of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best international practises in order to define best fitted solutions for issues confronting the function

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls and applicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practice

Reports

• Provide inputs to prepare Section MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• Regular contact with internal Division / Departments / Contractor to coordinate activities and maintenance / repair / servicing of lifting equipment

External

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

Professional Certifications

• Occasional contact with approved third-party inspection agency for test & certification of all lifting equipment.
• Regular contact with contractors in terms of their equipment certification status and periodic inspections and procedures
• 7 years’ experience in lifting equipment certification and maintenance activities on Onshore / Offshore Oil and Gas industries out of which 5 years should be in inspection of lifting equipment in Major Oil Companies.
• Good Knowledge related to use, maintenance, testing and inspection of lifting tackles and accessories.
• Engineering Professional with Technical knowledge of all type of Lifting Equipment associated with oilfield operations both Onshore and Offshore.
• Conversant with international lifting equipment standards and codes.
• Awareness of legal requirements and industry guidelines on Health, Safety, Environment & Quality.
• Valid UAE Light Vehicle Driving License.
• Effective written & oral skills in English.
• Good computer skills in MS Office for updating records and writing reports.
• Be able to write Lifting plans, supervise and execute All on site Lifting operations as per HSE-PSW-CP19
• Be able to Generate CAD Drawings and Produce scale technical professional drawings for Lifting Plans
• Excellent and proven communication, interpersonal and customer care skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational skills to plan workloads.
• A willingness to work flexibly.
• Initiative, result oriented capabilities in job execution.
• Have Professional qualification such as LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) minimum Three Diplomas
• Appointed person for Lifting operation Certification in Mobile cranes, Be trained (4-days Appointed Person Course) by an ADNOC Approved Training Provider using approved Tutor and be assessed every 3 years

Technical Competencies

• Familiar on prevailing International Lifting Equipment Standards & Codes.
• Working in confined or difficult spaces for prolonged periods of time.
• Preparing Specifications for Lifting Equipment.
• Performing Technical Evaluation for Lifting Equipment, Lifting Tackles, CCU’s etc. behavioural CompetenciEs:
• Achievement Orientation.
• Innovative Thinking.
• Proactive.
• Highly Adaptable to Change.
• Problem Solving.
• Team Building.