Scaffolding Supervisor

Sisco; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Sisco in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Scaffolding Supervisor for projects in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role involves supervising erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling of scaffolding while ensuring safety compliance on site.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in scaffolding supervision, technical inspection, risk assessment, and authorization of high-risk activities in industrial or maintenance settings.

Qualifications

• Diploma or relevant technical/vocational qualification.
• Scaffolding supervisory or inspection certification preferred.
• Technical competency certification related to scaffolding supervision/inspection advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise scaffolding erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling at project sites.
• Assess scaffolding-related risks before authorizing work activities.
• Review structural and operational parameters to confirm safe loads and site conditions.
• Conduct technical inspections of scaffolding structures and identify unsafe conditions.
• Grant high-level execution authorization after confirming safety requirements.
• Coordinate with scaffolding teams, safety personnel, and site management.
• Monitor compliance with scaffolding procedures, drawings, and safety standards.
• Stop or escalate work if safety or structural integrity is not satisfied.

Skills

Scaffolding supervision

Risk assessment

Structural review

Technical inspection

Execution authorization

Education

Diploma or relevant technical qualification

Scaffolding supervisory/inspection certification

Job description

Job Description

Hiring on behalf of our client for the position of Scaffolding Supervisor in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Our client is a reputed organization in the Inspection and Maintenance Services sector seeking skilled, motivated professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise scaffolding erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling activities at project sites.
  
• Assess scaffolding-related risks before authorizing work activities.
  
• Review structural and operational parameters to confirm scaffolding systems are safe for intended loads and site conditions.
  
• Conduct technical inspections of scaffolding structures and identify unsafe conditions or non-compliance.
  
• Grant high-level execution authorization only after confirming technical and safety requirements are satisfied.
  
• Coordinate with scaffolding teams, safety personnel, and site management during execution activities.
  
• Monitor compliance with approved scaffolding procedures, drawings, and applicable safety standards.
  
• Stop or escalates work where structural integrity, access conditions, or operational safety requirements are not satisfied.
  

Required Skills

Scaffolding Supervision: Ability to control erection, alteration, inspection, and dismantling activities safely.

Risk Assessment: Strong ability to identify hazards and evaluate scaffolding-related operational risks.

Structural Review: Ability to assess load conditions, stability, support arrangements, and other structural parameters.

Technical Inspection: Competence in inspecting scaffolding systems before release for use.

Execution Authorization: Ability to make technically informed decisions before approving high-risk scaffolding activities.

Preferred Skills

• Scaffolding safety and compliance knowledge
• Ability to interpret scaffolding drawings and technical requirements
• Experience coordinating high-risk site activities

Work Experience Requirements

The posting requires 5 years of experience. Candidates should have practical experience in scaffolding supervision, technical inspection, risk assessment, and authorization of scaffolding activities within industrial or maintenance environments.

Education

Minimum: Typical qualification - Diploma or relevant technical/vocational qualification

Preferred: Relevant scaffolding supervisory or inspection certification

Additional: Technical competency certification related to scaffolding supervision/inspection would be advantageous