Senior Lifting Appointed Person – Oil & Gas Projects

Client of Brunel; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Not disclosed in Abu Dhabi, a leading Oil & Gas client seeks a Lifting Appointed Person to lead and safely execute lifting operations on EAC projects. You will ensure plans meet safety and regulatory standards and align with project requirements.

The role requires extensive crane experience, formal mechanical/ lifting qualifications, and a track record of coordinating complex lifts within a rigorous safety framework.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma/degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8-12+ years lifting/crane experience in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, offshore, EPC, construction or shutdown/turnaround projects.
• Progressing from Rigger/Slinger to Lifting Supervisor/Coordinator/Appointed Person is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, supervise and control all lifting operations across Abu Dhabi EAC projects.
• Prepare, review and approve lifting plans, critical lift plans, method statements, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Select cranes, configurations, rigging and lifting methodologies based on load and site conditions.
• Verify crane setup, SWL, load charts, and outrigger arrangements before lifting.
• Maintain lifting registers, certification, inspection records and approved lifting plans.
• Conduct pre-lift meetings, toolbox talks and site inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans and safe practices.
• Establish lifting exclusion zones and effective access control during operations.
• Coordinate lifting activities for pipelines, equipment installation and infrastructure as applicable.

Skills

Lifting planning

Crane operations

Risk assessment

Safety management

Site coordination

Regulatory compliance

Training and mentoring

Education

Diploma/degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Job description

Not disclosed in Abu Dhabi, a leading Oil & Gas client seeks a Lifting Appointed Person to lead and safely execute lifting operations on EAC projects. You will ensure plans meet safety and regulatory standards and align with project requirements.

The role requires extensive crane experience, formal mechanical/ lifting qualifications, and a track record of coordinating complex lifts within a rigorous safety framework.