Lifting Supervisor
ACC - UAE
- Abu Dhabi
- Permanent
- Full-time
\[ Plan, supervise, and control all lifting operations including cranes, hoists, and rigging activities.
\[ Prepare, review, and implement lifting plans, method statements, and risk assessments for routine and critical lifts.
\[ Conduct pre-lift inspections of lifting equipment, rigging gear, lifting appliances, and site conditions.
\[ Ensure lifting activities are carried out in accordance with approved Permit-to-Work (PTW), lifting plans, and safety procedures.
\[ Coordinate closely with crane operators, riggers, site engineers, HSE personnel, and subcontractors.
\[ Review and verify load charts, lifting calculations, crane configurations, and rigging arrangements.
\[ Supervise critical, heavy, and tandem lifting operations as per project and safety requirements.
\[ Monitor ongoing lifting activities and take immediate corrective action to prevent unsafe conditions, accidents, or equipment damage.
\[ Exercise authority to stop any lifting operation deemed unsafe or non-compliant.
\[ Ensure all lifting equipment, cranes, and accessories are properly certified, inspected, and maintained.
\[ Maintain accurate records of lifting plans, inspections, permits, certifications, and approvals.
\[ Investigate lifting-related incidents and near-misses and implement corrective and preventive measures.
\[ Provide toolbox talks, training, and guidance to riggers, crane operators, and site personnel on safe lifting practices.Working Conditions
\[ Field-based role requiring continuous site presence.
\[ Mandatory compliance with PPE and HSE requirements.
\[ Exposure to heavy equipment, lifting operations, heights, and outdoor site conditions.Required Qualifications & Competencies
\[ Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred).
\[ Minimum 5–7 years of experience in lifting operations within construction or heavy industrial projects.
\[ Valid certification as Lifting Supervisor / Appointed Person or equivalent.
\[ Strong knowledge of crane operations, rigging practices, load calculations, and lifting equipment.
\[ Familiarity with construction safety regulations, lifting standards, and permit systems.
\[ Ability to read and interpret lifting plans, drawings, load charts, and method statements.
\[ Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
\[ High safety awareness with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
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