Supervisor, Heavy Lift & Rigging

Enerflex Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous healthcare, dental and vision

401(k) employer matching

Generous paid time off

Employee equity plan

Fun office environment

Job summary

Enerflex Ltd. in Houston, TX is seeking a Supervisor, Heavy Lift & Rigging to plan, coordinate, and oversee the safe movement and positioning of heavy midstream natural gas equipment skids.

The role leads jack-and-slide operations, crane interfaces, and rigging work in manufacturing bays and yards. You will verify weights and CG, ensure lift plans meet engineered specs, mentor riggers and operators, and uphold OSHA and client safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in heavy rigging, lifting, or jack-and-slide operations.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in oil and gas or heavy industrial settings preferred.
• Familiarity with crane operations and rigging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise jack-and-slide operations for heavy equipment.
• Coordinate loading, unloading, skidding, and final placement.
• Manage hydraulic jacking systems, skid tracks, and rigging gear.
• Verify weights, CG locations, and load paths before execution.
• Ensure setup and inspection of lifting equipment.
• Maintain records of movements and daily activities.

Skills

Heavy rigging

Supervisory leadership

Safety leadership

Load weight calculations

Communication skills

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Referral Bonus:$500.00USD

Summary

The Supervisor, Heavy Lift & Rigging is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the safe movement, loading, unloading, and positioning of heavy midstream natural gas equipment skids. This role leads manufacturing bay and yard operations involving hydraulic jacking systems, skid tracks, heavy machine skates, transport interfaces, and specialized rigging equipment. The supervisor ensures all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineered lift and transport plans, company standards, and customer requirements.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

Operations Management

• Supervise all jack-and-slide operations involving heavy equipment and midstream natural gas equipment skids.
• Coordinate equipment loading, unloading, skidding, positioning, and final placement.
• Manage hydraulic jacking systems, skid tracks, cribbing, rollers, and associated rigging equipment.
• Verify equipment weights, dimensions, center of gravity locations, and load paths prior to execution.
• Ensure proper setup and inspection of all lifting and rigging equipment.

Safety Leadership

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements.
• Conduct pre-job planning meetings, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and daily toolbox talks.
• Monitor work activities to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions exist and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action development.

Execution & Planning

• Read and interpret engineered lift plans, rigging drawings, transport plans, fabrication drawings, and site layouts.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Planning Team, Assembly Supervisors, Project Managers, Project Engineers, crane operators, transport providers, and customer representatives.
• Verify operation sequencing and equipment clearances before work begins.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment movements, inspections, and daily activities.
• Direct, mentor, and train riggers, operators, and assigned personnel.
• Assign work responsibilities and monitor crew performance.
• Ensure team members understand job scope, safety expectations, and operational procedures.
• Support workforce development through coaching and technical training.

Equipment & Asset Management

• Oversee inspections and maintenance of hydraulic jacking systems and rigging equipment.
• Ensure equipment certifications and inspections remain current.
• Monitor equipment inventory and replacement needs.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in heavy rigging, lifting, transportation, or jack-and-slide operations.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or crew leadership experience.
• Experience in oil and gas, heavy industrial manufacturing, modular fabrication, or construction environments preferred.
• Experience handling large oil and gas equipment and modular skid packages.

Technical Knowledge

Strong understanding of:

• Load weight calculations
• Center of gravity concepts
• Hydraulic jack-and-slide systems
• Heavy haul transportation methods
• Cribbing and support systems
• Lift planning and execution

Leadership Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead crews in high-risk environments.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions under changing field conditions.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity.

Certifications & Licenses

Required

• NCCCO Rigger Level II Certification
• NCCCO Signalperson Certification
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry Training
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred

• PEC SafeLand USA
• Class A CDL

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Currently, our organization is unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship or the transfer of an existing visa to obtain or maintain work authorization in the United States

Physical Requirements

Industrial environment. Many tasks have high degrees of time sensitivity. Work is performed in both office and industrial manufacturing environments. Regular exposure to moving machinery, noise, varying temperatures, and industrial hazards. Must be available for emergency call-outs and support during off-hours as needed.

About Us:

Transforming Energy for a Sustainable Future.Enerflex is a premier integrated global provider of energy infrastructure solutions, covering gas processing, compression, power generation, refrigeration, cryogenic, energy transition, and water solutions. We proudly employ more than 5,000 highly skilled employees across over 25 countries worldwide.

Enerflex places its coreValues of Integrity, Commitment, Creativity, and Successinto action across all aspects of the business. Our innovation, strong commitment to safety, and superior service to our customers positions us as the optimal partner to meet the needs of the dynamic energy industry.

We foster a culture of ensuring our employees have the tools to do their jobs right, but to also thrive in their roles. We pride ourselves in our competitive wages, extensive rewards programs, celebration of successes of individuals and teams, and are committed to ensuring Enerflex remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

What Enerflex Offers You:

Full time employees enjoy the following benefits:

• Generous healthcare, dental and vision plans
• 401(k) employer matching
• Generous paid time off program
• Employee equity plan
• Fun office environment

Enerflex is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Enerflex grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, genetic information, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunities are provided in recruitment, hiring, promotions, wages, benefits, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.