Qureos

FIND_THE_RIGHTJOB.

Mechanical Engineer (Rigging)

Doha, Qatar

Job Purpose / Objective

Overall responsibility to ensure the safe planning and execution of all rigging and lifting activities, including engineering calculations and development of lifting plans. Responsible for maintaining all rigging tools & equipment.

key Accountabilities

People Management

· Monitor & supervise the activities and work performed by the Baseload Rigging and Equipment Operator Contractors to ensure work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner, in line with the business plans, and company policies and procedures.

· Ensure that Baseload Rigging and Equipment Operator Contractors comply with all company policies, procedures, Standard Maintenance Procedures and Daily Instructions during routine Maintenance and Unit shutdowns.

· Supervise contractors during TA's to ensure the safe execution and the completion of the tasks on time.

· Ensure that all of the team members are completing their compliance training and are up to date on their training certifications, evaluate training requirements for equipment operators & riggers.

· Use technical expertise to provide clear instruction and guidance to personnel.

Routine Duties

· Prepare rigging plans & approve critical lift permit, reviewing contractor rigging plan

· Optimize costs by selection of proper cranes and manage lifting and rigging equipment

· Support emergency planned SD's and TA related maintenance activities.

· Lead JSA's for critical lifts, ensure inspection of all lifting and rigging equipment is completed in a timely manner and ensure proper inventory of all lifting and rigging equipment.

· Create material master for critical spare parts (consumable) and fast-moving items

· Follow up with 3rd party for inspection, testing and certification of cranes, elevators and any applicable lifting equipment.

· Implement and complete follow up action items from Action tracker / Reliability improvement team

· recommendations/ QSAFE action items in timely manner.

· Take part in Internal/External & field audits as assigned and to complete audit action items before due dates.

· Inspect incoming equipment spares / material in material warehouse by using of relevant technical document like OEM manual/drawing etc.

Health, Security, Safety and Environment

· Adhere to and follow all company safety policies, procedures and Tenets of Operation.

· Understand the concept of Proactive safety and take personal responsibility to eliminate at risk behaviors and conditions in order to positively contribute to overall goal of zero incidents

· Understand the Q-Safe process and actively participate in accordance with expectations.

· Conduct daily Toolbox meetings and Monthly Safety Communication Meetings in order to discuss HSE issues with the team.

· Conduct walk-downs and audits to ensure all work is performed safely. Coordinate efforts to correct discrepancies.

Reporting

· Communicate with the superintendent to inform on issues that require additional support.

· Prepare and report in a timely and accurate manner in order to meet the Departmental requirements, policies and standards.

· Report all HSE related events and near misses on time per Q-Chem policies and procedures.

· Perform investigations, determine root cause and assign necessary action items. Write Root Cause Failure Analysis Reports.

· Maintain proper records of all corrective/ preventive maintenance jobs.

Qatarization

· Contribute to the development of Qatari employees. This accountability is applicable to expatriate employees only.

Qualifications & Experience

· Required (Qualification/Discipline): Engineering Degree (Bachelor) in Mechanical or Civil.

Experience

· Required (Years2 Industry): At least 5 years of experience in Rigging and Lifting. Should have advanced skills in performing the Engineering Static Lifting calculations.

· Preferred (Years2 Industry): At least 8 years of experience in O&G Industry.

Other Job Specific Requirements and/or Vocational Accreditations

· Competent Rigger level II or equivalent

· Rigging Supervisor training or equivalent

· Professional Rigger training or equivalent

· Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office applications

· Ability to coach and mentor personnel

· Advanced proficiency in communication skills

Languages

· Required (Language): English - proficient

· Preferred (Language): Arabic- working knowledge

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Mechanical Engineer: 8 years (Required)
  • Rigging & Lifting: 5 years (Required)
  • SAP: 3 years (Required)
  • Oil & Gas: 9 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Rigger level II (Required)

© 2025 Qureos. All rights reserved.