Lead Lifting Appointed Person – Offshore/Onshore

Airswift; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Lifting Appointed Person to support a 6-month contract in Abu Dhabi’s oil and gas sector. The role requires extensive lifting experience, offshore/offshore certifications, and leadership of crane teams.

The candidate must hold a recognised Appointed Person qualification, ADNOC-aligned knowledge, and the ability to draft lifting plans and risk assessments for complex operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree is required.
• Min 10–15 years of lifting operations experience.
• Relevant lifting certifications (OPITO / LOLER / CPCS / BS 7121).
• Valid offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET, Offshore Medical).
• Experience in ADNOC/Oil & Gas projects and lifting plan development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Crane Operators, Riggers, and Banksmen for safe lifting across sites.
• Prepare, review lifting plans, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Execute critical lifting operations with adherence to standards.
• Interpret and implement international lifting standards and ADNOC HSE requirements.
• Coordinate with offshore/onshore teams to ensure compliance during mobilization.

Skills

Leadership

Lifting operations

Crane supervision

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Airswift is seeking a Lifting Appointed Person to support a 6-month contract in Abu Dhabi’s oil and gas sector. The role requires extensive lifting experience, offshore/offshore certifications, and leadership of crane teams.

The candidate must hold a recognised Appointed Person qualification, ADNOC-aligned knowledge, and the ability to draft lifting plans and risk assessments for complex operations.