Senior Rigging & Lifting Supervisor – Oil & Gas Projects

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, part of the Ghobash Group, seeks a Rigging Supervisor to oversee on-site rigging and lifting activities for ADNOC projects in the UAE.

You will ensure proper inspection, certification of gear, risk assessments, and safe execution in line with ADNOC PTW and international standards, guiding riggers and coordinating with engineers and HSE teams. Documentation and load calculations are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5-10 years as Rigging Supervisor in Oil & Gas, preferably ADNOC projects.
• Certifications: Lifting Supervisor Certificate (ADNOC/3rd party).
• TUV/LEEA Certified Rigger Level-3 or 4.
• OPITO / TUV / ADNOC-approved Rigging & Lifting training.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all rigging and lifting activities at the site in compliance with ADNOC safety regulations.
• Ensure proper selection, inspection, and certification of rigging equipment such as slings, shackles, chains, and hoists.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop lifting plans in coordination with site engineers.
• Ensure all rigging work is carried out safely and efficiently following ADNOC and international standards.
• Provide guidance and instructions to riggers, ensuring safe rigging and lifting operations.
• Verify load calculations and lifting capacities of cranes and other lifting equipment.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC PTW (Permit to Work) system and safety procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings related to rigging and lifting operations.
• Maintain proper documentation of rigging operations, equipment certifications, and daily progress reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and HSE teams to ensure smooth execution of lifting activities.

Skills

Safety management

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Tools

Lifting equipment inspection

Job description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, part of the Ghobash Group, seeks a Rigging Supervisor to oversee on-site rigging and lifting activities for ADNOC projects in the UAE.

You will ensure proper inspection, certification of gear, risk assessments, and safe execution in line with ADNOC PTW and international standards, guiding riggers and coordinating with engineers and HSE teams. Documentation and load calculations are part of daily duties.