Rigging SME: Field Lifting & Safety Leader

Waymaker Resource Group, LLC; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Waymaker Resource Group, LLC seeks a Rigging Subject Matter Expert to provide technical oversight for field rigging and lifting operations. You will interpret engineered lift plans, verify field conditions, and ensure work aligns with approved procedures.

The role requires extensive rigging experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with field crews, engineers, and project management to deliver safe, compliant lifting operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in rigging, heavy lifting, or complex lifting operations.
• Strong technical expertise in interpreting and implementing engineered rigging and lift plans.
• Knowledge of rigging equipment, load calculations, lifting configurations, and field execution requirements.
• Experience providing field oversight, technical guidance, or supervision during lifting operations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight of field rigging, lifting, and heavy equipment handling activities.
• Interpret engineered lift plans, rigging drawings, load calculations, and technical specifications.
• Verify field setups, rigging configurations, equipment positioning, and load requirements against approved plans.
• Guide field personnel in implementing rigging procedures and resolving technical challenges.
• Identify discrepancies between approved plans and actual field conditions and coordinate appropriate resolution.
• Coordinate with rigging crews, field supervision, engineers, and project management to support safe execution.
• Ensure lifting activities comply with applicable standards, safety requirements, and approved procedures.

Skills

Rigging experience

Heavy lifting

Complex lifting operations

Tools

Rigging equipment

Load calculations

Lift plans

Job description

Waymaker Resource Group, LLC seeks a Rigging Subject Matter Expert to provide technical oversight for field rigging and lifting operations. You will interpret engineered lift plans, verify field conditions, and ensure work aligns with approved procedures.

The role requires extensive rigging experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with field crews, engineers, and project management to deliver safe, compliant lifting operations.