Senior Lifting Superintendent – Rigging & Crane Ops

Petrofac; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrofac is seeking a Senior Superintendent for Construction (Lifting) to lead lifting operations on major site projects in Abu Dhabi. The role requires extensive rigging supervision experience, proficiency with cranes, and strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will develop lift plans, select appropriate equipment, train crews, and ensure compliance with international standards and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Rigging and lifting site experience in direct hire construction with international oil and gas EPC.
• Minimum years’ experience as a rigging supervisor.
• Minimum years’ experience as a Lifting Superintendent.
• Engineering degree or college graduate.
• Experience in CIS/Middle East/North Africa advantageous.
• Strong communication skills and safety focus.
• Knowledge of ASME, OSHA and LOLER standards.
• OPITO accredited training (e.g., NPORS BV).
• Able to train riggers and crane operators.

Responsibilities

• Develop lift and haul schedules at site.
• Plan, select cranes and lifting gear, provide instructions and safety precautions.
• Ensure lifting activities are planned and executed with high safety and environmental standards.
• Support method statements and JSA development.
• Conduct daily site audits to ensure HSE and lifting inspections and procedures are followed.
• Monitor lifting and rigging operations to ensure compliance with approved plans.
• Oversee day-to-day cranes and lifting activities on site.
• Ensure lifting/hauling equipment is maintained and certified by approved third parties.
• Train and qualify rigging personnel and crane operators.

Skills

Rigging supervision

Lifting operations

Crane selection

Safety procedures

Training & development

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

OPITO training

Third-party training

Job description

Petrofac is seeking a Senior Superintendent for Construction (Lifting) to lead lifting operations on major site projects in Abu Dhabi. The role requires extensive rigging supervision experience, proficiency with cranes, and strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will develop lift plans, select appropriate equipment, train crews, and ensure compliance with international standards and local regulations.