Superintendent - Construction (Lifting)

About the role

Petrofac, an international service provider to the energy industry, is recruiting a Superintendent for Construction (Lifting). The role covers the day-to-day supervision of lifting and rigging operations at site, including crane and lifting equipment, and acts as the qualified person for load-out, load-in, hauling and erection activities.

Key responsibilities

• Develop lift and haul schedules and optimise the use of lifting resources according to site priorities
• Plan, select cranes, lifting gear and equipment, give instructions and set out the necessary safety precautions
• Ensure lifting activities are planned, scheduled and executed with regard for personal safety and environmental excellence
• Support development of method statements and Job Safety Analyses (JSA)
• Conduct daily site audits to check HSE and lifting/hauling inspection and procedure compliance
• Monitor lifting and rigging operations so that every lift follows approved rigging plans and procedures
• Maintain, inspect and certify lifting equipment to regulatory frequency, and ensure personnel are trained, competent and third-party certified
• Train rigging personnel, carry out VOC assessments and keep records
• Review and approve lift plans, rigging and lifting procedures and lift studies, including subcontractors' plans
• Confirm effective procedures for reporting defects and incidents and take corrective action

Required profile

• College graduate, preferably an engineer
• Direct-hire construction experience with an international oil and gas EPC company and subcontractors, covering modular, static and rotating equipment and heavy/oversize transport
• Minimum years of experience as a rigging supervisor and as a Lifting Superintendent
• Ability to coordinate SIMOPS, train and qualify riggers, rigging supervisors and crane operators, and interpret lifting drawings and calculations
• Good communication skills and ability to work with a diverse international workforce

Required skills

• Knowledge of international standards such as ASME, OSHA and LOLER
• Formal third-party training (e.g. NPORS BV or equivalent) accredited by OPITO
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi EHSMS EHS Code of Practice 34.0 on safe use of lifting equipment
• Ability to produce working reports

The company supports flexible working requests and uses a hybrid approach for most office-based roles, asking employees to be in the office at least three days per week.