Rigging Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Rigging Supervisor plans and supervises all lifting and rigging operations for ship repair and offshore construction projects, ensuring lifts are executed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with company HSE and industry lifting standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and supervise daily rigging and lifting activities – crane lifts, load handling, tandem lifts, and heavy transport – across ship and offshore projects.
• Review lift plans, load charts, and rigging arrangements; verify SWL (Safe Working Load) of slings, shackles, chain blocks, and lifting gear before use.
• Supervise and allocate riggers and signalmen; ensure adequate manpower and lifting equipment are available for planned jobs.
• Conduct pre-lift briefings and toolbox talks; confirm lift plans and JSA are understood by the rigging team before commencing work.
• Inspect lifting gear and equipment regularly; ensure certification, color-coding, and load testing are current, and remove defective gear from service.
• Coordinate with Crane Operators, Production, and Planning to sequence lifts without delaying the project schedule.
• Ensure critical and heavy lifts are supported by an approved lift plan and, where required, a certified Appointed Person / Lift Supervisor.
• Maintain rigging loft records – gear register, inspection logs, and load test/certification records – audit-ready at all times.
• Report near-misses, unsafe lifting practices, and equipment defects immediately to HSE and Production Management.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and toolbox training to riggers to improve competency and safe work practices.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES (MANDATORY)

• Ensure all rigging and lifting operations comply with the company HSE Management System and statutory lifting regulations.
• Conduct/attend Toolbox Talks, JSA reviews, and Permit-to-Work approvals for all lifting operations.
• Stop any lift immediately upon identifying unsafe conditions, overloading, or defective gear, and report to HSE and Production Management.
• Ensure exclusion zones, banksman/signalman controls, and PPE requirements are enforced during all lifts.
• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions for rigging-related incidents.

Desired Candidate Profile

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Certified Rigger / Banksman and Slinger qualification (CISRS, LEEA, or equivalent recognized body).
• Minimum 6–8 years' rigging experience in shipyard, offshore construction, or heavy industrial projects, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of lifting equipment, load charts, sling angles, and SWL calculations.
• Familiarity with DNV / class society and OEM requirements for lifting operations on marine and offshore equipment.
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.