Rigging Supervisor: Leading Safe Lifting Operations

Sisco Jobs; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sisco Jobs, on behalf of its client, seeks a Rigging Supervisor for an Oil & Gas project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee rigging operations, coordinate crane movements, inspect equipment, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

The role requires strong leadership in lifting plans, hazard identification, and team coordination on active site operations. Diploma/ITI or equivalent training is preferred, with additional rigging certifications advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI or equivalent technical qualification relevant to mechanical, rigging, or industrial operations.
• Preferred: relevant rigging/lifting supervisory training.
• Additional: relevant rigging, lifting, or safety certifications may be preferred depending on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise rigging and lifting activities at the Oil & Gas project site while ensuring safe execution of operations.
• Coordinate crane movements, rigging crews, lifting equipment, and associated site activities.
• Review lifting requirements and ensure rigging arrangements are appropriate for the intended load.
• Inspect slings, shackles, wire ropes, hooks, lifting beams, and other rigging equipment before use.
• Ensure lifting and rigging activities comply with project safety procedures and applicable site requirements.
• Conduct pre-lift briefings and communicate lifting procedures, hazards, and responsibilities to rigging personnel.
• Monitor lifting operations and stop work when unsafe conditions, equipment defects, or deviations are identified.
• Coordinate with crane operators, safety personnel, supervisors, and other site teams during lifting operations.

Skills

Rigging Operations

Lifting Safety

Rigging Equipment Inspection

Crane Coordination

Lift Planning

Education

Diploma/ITI in mechanical or rigging

Job description

Sisco Jobs, on behalf of its client, seeks a Rigging Supervisor for an Oil & Gas project in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee rigging operations, coordinate crane movements, inspect equipment, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

The role requires strong leadership in lifting plans, hazard identification, and team coordination on active site operations. Diploma/ITI or equivalent training is preferred, with additional rigging certifications advantageous.