Rigger - Oil & Gas

About the role

Ghobash Group, which includes Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, is looking for a Rigger in Abu Dhabi. The company has worked in the oil and gas sector for almost 20 years, delivering onshore and offshore EPC&M services for ADNOC and Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors. The rigger sets up and operates rigging for lifting and moving heavy equipment, materials and structures.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and inspect rigging equipment before use, and conduct regular inspections, reporting damage or maintenance needs.
• Set up rigging for lifting and moving heavy loads in oil and gas facilities, onshore and offshore.
• Select the right rigging gear (slings, shackles, chains, wire ropes) according to load weight and dimensions.
• Attach and secure loads to cranes and other lifting devices following strict safety procedures.
• Signal and communicate with crane operators to guide load movements.
• Dismantle rigging after use and store it safely.
• Assist in loading and unloading heavy materials and machinery at project sites.
• Ensure compliance with industry safety standards and site-specific safety protocols.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in rigging and lifting operations from a recognized institution.
• 3-5 years of rigging experience, preferably in oil and gas, with heavy machinery and crane experience.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Strong physical fitness and stamina for heavy loads and challenging conditions.

Required skills

• Knowledge of rigging equipment, lifting techniques and load-bearing capacities.
• Ability to read load charts, rigging plans and work instructions.
• Familiarity with lifting safety regulations such as LOLER and OSHA standards.
• Effective hand signaling and clear communication with crane operators and the rigging team.