Lifting Engineer (6-Month Contract)

Megalift Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Megalift Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced Lifting Engineer for a 6-month data centre project.

You will plan, coordinate and supervise safe lifting, positioning, and installation of heavy equipment including generators, chillers, transformers and switchgear at site. Minimum 3-5 years in lifting operations, with a Civil/Mechanical/Construction background. Proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, and strong HSE knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in lifting operations for heavy equipment and data centre projects.
• Strong knowledge of crane capacity, rigging, and lifting planning.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and equipment specifications.
• Familiarity with safety standards and HSE procedures in construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review lifting plans, method statements, risk assessments, and lifting procedures.
• Assess weights, CG, lifting points, crane capacity, and lifting radius.
• Coordinate crane operations, rigging activities, and equipment delivery with the project schedule.
• Supervise lifting operations on site to ensure safety and compliance with plans.
• Conduct pre-lift briefings and ensure understanding of lifting methodology and safety requirements.
• Inspect lifting gears, rigging equipment, cranes, and accessories before lifts.
• Ensure activities comply with DOSH, OSHA, Malaysian regulations and company HSE procedures.
• Coordinate logistics to ensure equipment arrives as planned.
• Verify equipment specs, weights, lifting points, and site access before lifting.
• Prepare and maintain lifting documentation, inspection records, and daily reports.

Skills

Crane operations

Rigging

Engineering drawings

Safety compliance

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Engineering diploma

Job description

We are hiring an experienced Lifting Engineer to join our team for a 6-month data centre project. The Lifting Engineer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising the safe lifting, positioning, and installation of critical equipment and systems, including generators, chillers, cooling towers, transformers, switchgear, electrical equipment, and other heavy plant equipment. You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Supervisors, Crane Operators, Riggers, Logistics Team, QA/QC, HSE personnel, and specialist contractors to ensure lifting activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and according to project requirements.

Key responsibilities

Develop and review lifting plans, method statements, risk assessments, and lifting procedures for data centre equipment and heavy plant.

Assess equipment weights, dimensions, centre of gravity, lifting points, crane capacity, lifting radius, ground conditions, and rigging requirements.

Coordinate crane operations, rigging activities, equipment delivery, staging, and lifting sequences with the project schedule.

Supervise and monitor lifting operations at site to ensure safe execution and compliance with approved lifting plans.

Conduct pre-lift briefings/toolbox meetings and ensure all personnel understand the lifting methodology and safety requirements.

Inspect and verify lifting gears, rigging equipment, cranes, and accessories before lifting activities.

Ensure lifting activities comply with DOSH requirements, OSHA requirements, relevant Malaysian regulations, and company HSE procedures.

Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure equipment arrives at site according to the planned lifting sequence.

Verify equipment specifications, weights, lifting points, and site access requirements before lifting.

Prepare and maintain lifting documentation, inspection records, daily reports, permits, and other project documentation.

About you

Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in lifting operations, heavy lifting, equipment installation, or construction projects.

Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Strong experience in crane operations, rigging, heavy lifting, and lifting planning.

Good knowledge of load calculations, rigging methods, crane selection, lifting accessories, and safe lifting practices.

Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, equipment specifications, lifting drawings, and technical documents.

Good knowledge of Malaysian DOSH/OSHA requirements and HSE practices.

Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Willing to work at project site and support lifting activities according to project requirements.

Megalift is a leading Malaysian company specialized in transporting, lifting and the installation of over-sized and overweight cargoes. Our expertise helps clients expedite time and efficiency. Due to the scale of work and the risk that comes along, we believe the ultimate objective of all movement is safe delivery. Safety is always in the forefront of our meticulous planning, creative methodology and more so during the execution and timely improvisation, if any. For more than 30 years, we have been known for our diverse and state-of-the-art equipment but really, it's the trust of our clients that has brought us where we are today.

Megalift is a leading Malaysian company specialized in transporting, lifting and the installation of over-sized and overweight cargoes. Our expertise helps clients expedite time and efficiency. Due to the scale of work and the risk that comes along, we believe the ultimate objective of all movement is safe delivery. Safety is always in the forefront of our meticulous planning, creative methodology and more so during the execution and timely improvisation, if any. For more than 30 years, we have been known for our diverse and state-of-the-art equipment but really, it's the trust of our clients that has brought us where we are today.