Lifting Operations Supervisor: Safe Rigging & Cranes

Acre Works Sdn Bhd; Penang; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Acre Works Sdn Bhd is seeking a Lifting Supervisor to oversee on-site lifting operations in Malaysia. You will ensure safety, proper rigging, crane setup, and compliance with approved lifting plans and HSE requirements.

Reporting to the project team, you will verify equipment is inspected and fit for use, conduct pre-lift briefings, manage lifting personnel, and coordinate activities with subcontractors and HSE personnel to prevent incidents and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• Diploma or relevant qualification in Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• Certification in lifting supervision, rigging/slinging, or lifting operations.
• 3–5 years of lifting supervision experience in construction or infra projects.
• Knowledge of crane operations, SWL/WLL, rigging, and lifting safety.
• Understanding of HIRARC, Permit-to-Work, and lifting procedures.
• Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain accurate lifting records.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site lifting operations in accordance with approved lifting plans and safety procedures.
• Ensure proper crane setup, rigging, slinging, signalling, and load handling.
• Verify cranes, lifting equipment, and accessories are inspected, certified, and fit for use.
• Conduct pre-lift briefings and ensure lifting personnel are competent and authorized.
• Identify lifting hazards and implement risk controls.
• Coordinate lifting activities with project teams, subcontractors, and HSE personnel.
• Monitor high-risk lifting operations and stop unsafe activities.
• Maintain lifting records, inspection reports, equipment registers, and relevant documentation.
• Report lifting incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with DOSH/JKKP requirements and company procedures.

Skills

Lifting supervision

Crane operations

HSE awareness

Leadership

Risk assessment

Communication

Education

Diploma in Engineering/Construction

Job description

Acre Works Sdn Bhd is seeking a Lifting Supervisor to oversee on-site lifting operations in Malaysia. You will ensure safety, proper rigging, crane setup, and compliance with approved lifting plans and HSE requirements.

Reporting to the project team, you will verify equipment is inspected and fit for use, conduct pre-lift briefings, manage lifting personnel, and coordinate activities with subcontractors and HSE personnel to prevent incidents and maintain accurate records.