Lifting Draftsman

Job Description – Lifting Draftsman (Pipe Spool / Lifting Plans)

Job Title: Lifting Draftsman
Location: Qatar
Industry: Oil & Gas / EPC / Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a competent and experienced Lifting Draftsman with strong practical knowledge of developing lifting and rigging plans, particularly for pipe spool lifting and installation activities.

The candidate must be capable of understanding the actual lifting requirements and converting engineering/site information into clear, technically accurate and workable lifting drawings. The role requires someone who can independently prepare lifting arrangements and coordinate with Lifting Engineers, Rigging Supervisors and site teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed lifting and rigging plans primarily for pipe spool lifting and installation.
• Prepare lifting drawings based on spool drawings, weight, dimensions, Centre of Gravity (COG), lifting points and site conditions.
• Determine and illustrate suitable crane position, lifting radius, boom configuration, lifting points and rigging arrangement.
• Prepare detailed rigging arrangements showing:
• Slings
• Shackles
• Spreader/lifting beams
• Hooks
• Tag lines
• Lifting lugs
• Other required lifting accessories
• Develop pipe spool lifting, shifting, positioning and installation arrangements.
• Prepare plans for lifting spools from trailers/storage areas and positioning them at the installation location.
• Prepare lifting plans considering restricted areas, access limitations, existing structures, equipment and nearby facilities.
• Develop step-by-step lifting sequence drawings where required.
• Review spool fabrication/isometric drawings and extract relevant dimensions, weights and lifting information.
• Identify practical lifting points and rigging configurations in coordination with the Lifting Engineer/Appointed Person.
• Prepare crane layout drawings showing crane location, load location, lifting radius, swing area and exclusion zones.
• Revise lifting drawings based on site conditions and comments from the Lifting Engineer, Construction Team and Client.
• Coordinate closely with Lifting Engineers, Rigging Supervisors, Construction Engineers and Site Supervisors.
• Ensure all lifting drawings are clear, properly scaled, technically accurate and suitable for site execution.
• Prepare drawings supporting Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Lifting Plans.
• Visit site when required to verify actual dimensions, access conditions and lifting arrangements.
• Maintain proper revision control and update drawings according to approved changes.

Essential Technical Capability

The candidate should be able to independently develop a lifting plan by understanding:

Pipe Spool Drawing → Weight & COG → Lifting Points → Crane Selection/Position → Lifting Radius → Rigging Arrangement → Crane Capacity → Clearance → Lifting Sequence → Final Installation Position

The candidate must have practical understanding of how a pipe spool will actually be lifted and installed, not only the ability to prepare drawings in AutoCAD.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in lifting/rigging drafting.
• Strong experience in pipe spool lifting and installation activities.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD 2D.
• Ability to read P&ID, piping isometric drawings, GA drawings and spool drawings.
• Good understanding of pipe spool dimensions, weights, COG and lifting points.
• Knowledge of cranes, crane load charts and lifting accessories.
• Ability to prepare practical crane and rigging arrangements.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, EPC, Shutdown/Turnaround or Heavy Industrial projects preferred.
• Qatar/GCC project experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable lifting and rigging standards and client requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with engineering and site teams independently.

How to Apply: Send your updated CV to [email protected] Or Whatsapp No . +974 74008047

Pay: QAR5,000.00 - QAR6,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person