Senior Rigging Supervisor – Crane Coordination & Safe Lifting

siscojobs; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sisco Jobs is recruiting a Rigging Supervisor for an Abu Dhabi Oil & Gas site. The role requires supervising rigging and lifting operations, coordinating crane movements and rigging crews, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures on site.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma/ITI in rigging or mechanical disciplines, with strong knowledge of load handling, risk assessment, and toolbox talks. Prior supervisory experience on industrial projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI or equivalent in mechanical/rigging.
• Preferred rigging supervisory training.
• Certifications in rigging or safety 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/rigging

Tools

Rigging hardware inspection tools

Job description

Sisco Jobs is recruiting a Rigging Supervisor for an Abu Dhabi Oil & Gas site. The role requires supervising rigging and lifting operations, coordinating crane movements and rigging crews, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures on site.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma/ITI in rigging or mechanical disciplines, with strong knowledge of load handling, risk assessment, and toolbox talks. Prior supervisory experience on industrial projects is preferred.