Lifting Specialist

Al Sahraa Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Sahraa Group is seeking a Lifting Specialist (Appointed Person) for offshore oil & gas operations in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate has extensive lifting experience, including offshore and onshore operations, with strong leadership to coordinate crane teams.

You will prepare and review critical lift plans, supervise lifting activities across multiple sites, and ensure adherence to HSE standards and international lifting practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (minimum 3 years) or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years lifting-related experience in oil & gas with at least 5 years in an Appointed Person role.
• Strong experience in offshore and onshore lifting operations.
• Ability to prepare, review, supervise and execute critical lift plans.
• Experience leading Crane Operators, Riggers and Banksmen to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Strong focus on HSE and safe lifting practices.
• Knowledge of international lifting standards and lifting engineering practices.
• Experience in change management and lifting operation planning.
• Able to coordinate and control lifting activities across multiple sites/locations.
• Good leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Must be 30 years of age or above.

Skills

Lifting experience

Offshore lifting

Onshore lifting

Critical lifts

Crane operations

HSE focus

Lifting standards

Lifting planning

Leadership

Team management

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (minimum 3 years) or equivalent

Job description

WE ARE HIRING

Lifting Specialist (Appointed Person) - Offshore Oil & Gas

Requirements:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (minimum 3 years) or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of lifting-related experience in oil & gas with at least 5 years in a similar Appointed Person role.
• Strong experience in offshore and onshore lifting operations.
• Ability to prepare review supervise and execute critical lift plans.
• Experience leading Crane Operators Riggers and Banksmen to ensure safe lifting operations.
• Strong focus on HSE and safe lifting practices.
• Knowledge of international lifting standards and lifting engineering practices.
• Experience in change management and lifting operation planning.
• Able to coordinate and control lifting activities across multiple sites/locations.
• Good leadership communication and team management skills.
• Must be 30 years of age or above.

Certifications:

• Valid Appointed Person Certification from an ADNOC Offshore-approved training provider.
• Trained in Offshore or Onshore Crane Operation Planning.
• LEEA Entry Exam and Diplomas are an added advantage.

Preferred:

• ADNOC or offshore oil & gas experience.
• Experience with critical lifts and complex lifting operations.
• Strong understanding of lifting equipment and inspection requirements.