Lifting Engineer

INCO International FZ.CO.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

INCO International FZ.CO. in the UAE is seeking a Lifting Plan Engineer to oversee lifting operations for oil and gas EPC projects. You will prepare lifting plans, method statements and risk assessments for routine and complex lifts, and select cranes and equipment based on load, radius and site conditions.

You will ensure valid certificates, coordinate with HSE and client teams for permits, brief crane operators and riggers on plans and safety measures, and maintain records.

Qualifications

• Review lifting plans, method statements and risk assessments for routine, non-routine and critical lifts.
• Strong knowledge of crane load charts and rigging arrangements.
• Ensure lifting equipment has valid inspection certificates and competency certificates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and oversee lifting operations for oil and gas EPC projects.
• Coordinate with HSE, construction and client teams for approvals and permits.
• Maintain lifting documentation and equipment registers.

Skills

Lifting plans

Crane operations

Rigging

Load charts

Risk assessment

Coordination

English proficiency

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Plan organise and oversee lifting operations for oil and gas EPC projects Prepare and review lifting plans method statements and risk assessments for routine non-routine and critical lifts Select suitable cranes lifting equipment and accessories based on load weight lifting radius site conditions and crane capacity Verify crane load charts ground bearing requirements outrigger arrangements and equipment positioning Ensure lifting equipment and accessories have valid inspection certificates and lifting personnel hold appropriate competency certificates Coordinate with construction HSE and client teams to obtain the necessary approvals and permits before lifting activities Brief lifting supervisors crane operators and riggers on approved lifting plans responsibilities and safety precautions Monitor site conditions and stop lifting operations where unsafe conditions or deviations from the approved plan are identified

Maintain lifting documentation equipment registers and inspection records

Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.

Minimum 5 years of relevant lifting experience in oil and gas, petrochemical or EPC construction projects.

Valid Appointed Person certification from LEEA or another recognised certification body acceptable to the client.

Previous ADNOC project experience preferred; existing ADNOC/client approval will be an advantage.

Strong knowledge of crane load charts, rigging arrangements, lifting calculations and ground bearing pressure assessment.

Experience preparing lifting plans for heavy, complex and critical lifting operations.

Experience in storage tank construction and associated lifting activities will be an advantage.

Good understanding of permit-to-work systems, risk assessments and lifting safety procedures.

Strong communication, coordination and documentation skills, with a good command of English.