Rigger Level 1: Critical Lifting & Safety Lead

PIPECARE Group; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

PIPECARE Group in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled rigger to lead and supervise critical lifting operations at hydrocarbon facilities. You will read lifting plans, determine load weights, coordinate with crane operators, inspect gear for certification, and ensure strict adherence to HSE requirements and client schedules.

The role requires five years of rigging experience, Saudi Aramco Level 1 certification, and the ability to work across multiple sites, including refineries, with a focus on safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Saudi Aramco Rigger Level 1 certification.
• Minimum 5 years of rigging and critical lifting experience.
• Ability to read lifting plans and rigging drawings.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Strong understanding of HSE requirements and lifting regulations.
• Saudi Aramco work experience and hydrocarbon facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise rigging and lifting per plans and safety procedures.
• Inspect slings, shackles, hooks, chains, ropes, beams.
• Ensure lifting gear is certified, tagged, and fit for purpose.
• Coordinate with crane operators and teams for safe lifts.
• Direct crane movements using hand signals and clear communication.
• Maintain lifting equipment records and inspection logs.
• Attend toolbox talks and risk assessments.
• Report incidents and defective equipment, remove from service.
• Assist in loading, unloading, positioning and installation.
• Mentor junior riggers.
• Submit lifting plans prior to each activity.
• Meet client schedules and attend multiple activities in a day.

Skills

Rigging & lifting

Load calculations

Reading plans/drawings

HSE compliance

English communication

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Saudi Aramco Rigger Level 1

Saudi Aramco work experience

Tools

Lifting equipment knowledge

Rigging technique proficiency

Job description

PIPECARE Group in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled rigger to lead and supervise critical lifting operations at hydrocarbon facilities. You will read lifting plans, determine load weights, coordinate with crane operators, inspect gear for certification, and ensure strict adherence to HSE requirements and client schedules.

The role requires five years of rigging experience, Saudi Aramco Level 1 certification, and the ability to work across multiple sites, including refineries, with a focus on safety