Lifting Supervisor

A Lifting Supervisor is the primary safety authority on site responsible for directing and executing heavy lifting operations. They ensure all lifts, such as hoisting a 30-ton pipe, strictly follow the engineered Lift Plan, manage the lifting crew (operators, riggers, and signalmen), and halt any unsafe actions immediately. [1, 2, 3]A standard lifting supervisor job description is broken down into the following key duties and requirements: [1, 2]Key Responsibilities

• Lift Plan Verification: Review the lifting plan before work starts to ensure it matches the actual site conditions. [1]
• Crew Briefing: Lead pre-lift meetings (toolbox talks) to explain the lift sequence, potential hazards, and hand signals to the team. [1]
• Equipment Inspection: Check all lifting gear (shackles, slings, and chains) to make sure they are certified, color-coded, and free from damage. [1]
• Site and Crane Setup: Verify that the crane is set up on firm ground and check that outriggers (the crane's support legs) are fully extended and stable. [1, 2]
• Active Supervision: Be physically present during all lifts to direct the team, monitor the load's stability, and ensure only certified personnel handle the equipment. [1, 2]

Typical Requirements

• Certification: A valid Lifting Supervisor Certification from a recognized safety authority. [1, 2]
• Experience: Usually 3 to 5+ years of experience in rigging, operating lifting equipment, or working as a safety supervisor on construction or industrial sites. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
• Knowledge: Understanding of rigging techniques, mathematical load calculations (e.g., verifying a crane's load chart), and health and safety standards. [1, 2, 3]
• Communication: Strong leadership to coordinate multiple workers and clear problem-solving skills to manage hazards. [1, 2]

If you are located in the UAE, companies often require specific local accreditations (such as ADNOC or UAE municipality approvals) for hazardous and heavy industrial sites. [1]If you are looking to hire a Lifting Supervisor or applying for the role, let me know:

• The industry (e.g., construction, oil and gas, maritime)
• What specific certifications or local standards you need to check for

Pay: AED6,000.00 - AED9,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person