Lifting Supervisor

Emarat Aloula Contracting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Emarat Aloula Contracting seeks an experienced Lifting Supervisor to oversee lifting operations for rehabilitation and upgrading of pumping stations across Abu Dhabi. You will plan, coordinate, supervise, and ensure safe execution of lifts within live facilities, coordinating with construction, HSE, QA/QC, and client representatives.

The role requires 8–10 years of UAE/GCC lifting supervision experience, strong knowledge of lift plans, rigging, and crane safety, and valid competency

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Valid Lifting Supervisor Certification (Mandatory). Appointed Person for Lifting Operations (APLO) preferred.
• LEEA, CPCS, NPORS, CITB, ADNOC or equivalent lifting qualifications are advantageous.
• Driving licence in UAE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise routine and critical lifting operations per Lift Plans, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and PTW.
• Coordinate lifting activities with cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, and rigging gear.
• Ensure operations are safe in live pumping stations and restricted environments.
• Review Lift Plans, crane configurations, rigging, load calculations, and ground conditions.
• Conduct pre-lift meetings and toolbox talks for clear understanding of procedures and controls.
• Coordinate daily lifting activities with Project Engineers, Construction teams, HSE, consultants and client reps.
• Verify crane operators and riggers hold valid competencies.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and international lifting standards.
• Stop unsafe lifting and report conditions; participate in incident investigations.

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification

Tools

Valid Lifting Supervisor Certification

APLO certification (Appointed Person for Lifting Operations)

LEEA / CPCS / NPORS / CITB or equivalent lifting qualifications

Valid UAE Driving Licence

Job description

Job Summary

We at Emarat Aloula Contracting is seeking an experienced Lifting Supervisor to oversee all lifting operations for the Rehabilitation and Upgrading of Pumping Stations across Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and ensuring the safe execution of routine and critical lifting operations associated with the installation, removal, rehabilitation, and replacement of mechanical and electrical equipment within operational utility facilities. The role requires close coordination with construction, HSE, QA/QC, consultants, and client representatives to ensure compliance with project specifications, lifting procedures, and UAE safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise routine and critical lifting operations in accordance with approved Lift Plans, Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Permit to Work (PTW) requirements.
• Coordinate lifting activities involving mobile cranes, crawler cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, chain blocks, gantries, and other lifting equipment.
• Ensure lifting operations are safely executed within live pumping stations and restricted work environments.
• Review Lift Plans, crane configurations, rigging arrangements, lifting accessories, load calculations, and ground conditions prior to lifting activities.
• Conduct pre‑lift meetings and toolbox talks to ensure all personnel understand lifting procedures, hazards, and control measures.
• Coordinate daily lifting activities with Project Engineers, Construction Teams, HSE personnel, Consultants, and Client representatives.
• Verify the certification and suitability of cranes, lifting equipment, rigging gear, slings, shackles, spreader beams, chain blocks, and lifting accessories.
• Ensure crane operators, riggers, signalmen, and lifting personnel possess valid competency certifications.
• Monitor compliance with project specifications, client requirements, UAE regulations, and international lifting standards.
• Stop unsafe lifting activities and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and maintain Lift Plans, crane inspection records, lifting equipment certifications, daily checklists, and lifting registers.
• Prepare daily and weekly lifting reports and maintain complete lifting documentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification.
• Valid Lifting Supervisor Certification from a recognized training provider (Mandatory).
• Appointed Person for Lifting Operations (APLO) certification or equivalent competency preferred.
• LEEA, CPCS, NPORS, CITB, ADNOC, or equivalent lifting qualifications an advantage.
• Valid UAE Driving Licence preferred.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 8–10 years of relevant UAE/GCC experience in lifting supervision for Infrastructure, Utilities, Water Transmission, Wastewater, Pumping Stations, District Cooling, Power, or Oil & Gas Projects. Proven experience supervising lifting operations for rehabilitation, upgrading, installation, and maintenance of pumping stations or similar utility facilities.

Technical Knowledge

• Lift Planning & Critical Lift Procedures
• LOLER & BS 7121
• LEEA Guidelines
• Permit to Work (PTW)
• Rigging & Slinging Practices
• Crane Load Charts & Ground Bearing Assessment
• Risk Assessment & Method Statements
• UAE HSE Regulations
• Safe Systems of Work

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent knowledge of lifting operations, crane safety, and rigging techniques
• Ability to review Lift Plans, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Strong planning, coordination, reporting, and communication skills
• Ability to work safely under pressure in live operational utility environments

Preferred Attributes

Competency equivalent to or approaching an Appointed Person for Lifting Operations (APLO). Experience in rehabilitation and upgrading of operational pumping stations. Familiarity with UAE utility client requirements and infrastructure projects. Immediate or short‑notice availability is an advantage.