Supervisor - Special Devices

Mammoet; Marseille; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Training and development opportunities

International career environment

Job summary

Mammoet is seeking a Supervisor Special Devices to lead highly specialized lifting and transport operations across Europe. In this role, you will supervise teams dealing with advanced equipment, ensuring the execution of complex projects safely and efficiently.

Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in heavy lifting and strong safety leadership skills. This position involves extensive travel and the opportunity to work on some of the most complex projects globally, backed by training and development through Mammoet Academy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in heavy lifting, specialized transport, or complex crane operations.
• Experience in a supervisory or lead operator role in a project-based environment.
• Strong technical understanding of hydraulics, mechanics, and lifting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise preparation and execution of special lifting and transport equipment.
• Lead operational teams during complex lifts.
• Ensure activities comply with engineering plans and safety standards.
• Coordinate logistics of equipment and site setup.
• Coach and mentor operators and junior supervisors.

Skills

Heavy lifting experience

Supervisory experience

Technical understanding of hydraulics and mechanics

Safety leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Crawler cranes

Engineered lifting systems

SPMTs

Job description

Working in Europe

Do you thrive in complex, technical and high-risk lifting environments where precision and safety are everything? Are you an experienced operator or supervisor with a strong background in specialized lifting and transport equipment?

Job Summary

In the role of Supervisor Special Devices, you will lead the execution of highly specialized lifting and transport operations across Europe and beyond. You are responsible for supervising teams working with unique and advanced equipment, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality execution of complex engineered projects. You will act as the key link between project engineering, operators, and on-site execution teams, making sure that even the most challenging operations are carried out flawlessly.

Responsibilities

• Supervising preparation, mobilization, execution, and demobilization of special lifting and transport equipment
• Leading on‑site operational teams during complex and critical lifts
• Ensuring all activities are executed according to engineering plans, safety standards, and project requirements
• Coordinating logistics of equipment, components, and site setup
• Coaching and mentoring operators and junior supervisors in the field
• Acting as the main operational contact for clients and project stakeholders on site
• Monitoring equipment condition and ensuring proper inspections and maintenance
• Contributing to continuous improvement in safety, execution quality, and efficiency
• Working on international assignments across Europe and potentially worldwide

Qualifications

• Proven experience in heavy lifting, specialized transport, or complex crane operations
• Experience in a supervisory or lead operator role in a project‑based environment
• Strong technical understanding of hydraulics, mechanics, and lifting systems (electrical knowledge is a plus)
• Experience with special devices or heavy lifting equipment (crawler cranes, engineered lifting systems, SPMTs, etc.)
• Strong safety leadership mindset and ability to enforce standards under pressure
• Ability to lead multicultural teams in dynamic, international environments
• Fluent English (spoken and written)
• Valid passport and willingness to travel extensively
• Strong communication, planning, and problem‑solving skills
• Hands‑on mentality with the ability to actively participate in operations when needed

Benefits

A senior operational role in one of the world’s leading heavy lifting companies. Opportunity to work on some of the most complex engineered lifting projects globally. International career environment with high‑end equipment and elite teams. Strong focus on training, development, and technical progression via Mammoet Academy. Competitive primary and secondary benefits package. No two projects are the same.