Onsite Lifting Supervisor, Abu Dhabi

Hydropower Energy; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydropower Energy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lifting Operations Supervisor for a fast-track ADNOC brownfield project in Ruwais. You will oversee crane set-up, signaling, and crew coordination to ensure lifts are executed safely within the approved lift plan.

The role requires a diploma or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or lifting operations, with at least 5 years lifting experience and ADNOC APLO approval.

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, lifting operations, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years lifting operations experience, including ADNOC brownfield exposure.
• Valid ADNOC APLO competency and approval is mandatory.
• Valid third-party lifting supervisor certification and knowledge of crane operations required.
• Experience supervising mobile crane lifts on civil projects in oil/gas environments.

Responsibilities

• Review lift plan, permit, risk assessment and conditions with lifting team before starting.
• Conduct pre-lift briefings and confirm roles, signals, hazards and stop work requirements.
• Verify crane setup, outriggers, mats, level, radius, boom configuration and exclusion zones.
• Inspect slings, shackles, hooks, spreader beams and lifting accessories and confirm certification.
• Confirm load identity, weight, center of gravity and lifting points before authorizing lift.
• Maintain communication with crane operator and banksman; ensure correct signaling.
• Monitor wind, visibility, lighting, ground conditions and live operations.
• Coordinate with Job Performer, Permit Coordinator, HSE, equipment owner and other fronts.
• Stop lifting if parameters change or unsafe condition arises.
• Ensure loads land securely and area is left safe after lifts.
• Maintain daily lifting records and report defects or incidents.

Skills

Lifting supervision

Safety management

English communication

Education

Diploma/technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or lifting operations

Tools

ADNOC APLO competency

Crane/rigger certifications

Job description

Hydropower Energy in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lifting Operations Supervisor for a fast-track ADNOC brownfield project in Ruwais. You will oversee crane set-up, signaling, and crew coordination to ensure lifts are executed safely within the approved lift plan.

The role requires a diploma or technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or lifting operations, with at least 5 years lifting experience and ADNOC APLO approval.