Lifting Officer

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  • Market related
  • Middle East

Lifting Officer - Offshore - Rotational 28x28
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 31-DEC-2025
Location: Offshore, Qatar (Rotation: 28 days on, 28 days off)
Contract: Fixed-Term

We are hiring a Lifting Officer to support critical brownfield offshore activities. The role focuses on planning, executing, and overseeing safe lifting operations in line with international standards and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support handling and lifting operations including categorisation and planning

  • Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification for lifts

  • Select suitable lifting equipment and ensure site compliance

  • Prepare lift plans (simple, complicated, and complex)

  • Attend toolbox talks and post-job debriefs

  • Review completed lifts and provide technical feedback

  • Promote safety and ensure adherence to lifting standards and procedures

  • Conduct condition and compliance checks on lifting appliances and accessories

  • Take part in audits and incident investigations as required

Candidate Requirements:

  • At least 10 years' experience in lifting and handling operations in a supervisory role

  • Level 3 Rigger certification

  • Experience in offshore jacket or topside installations preferred

  • Relevant technical qualifications (e.g. OPITO, LEEA, EAL, CPA)

  • Strong understanding of international lifting standards (e.g. BS, LOLER)

  • Previous roles such as Rigger, Rigging Supervisor, Lifting Superintendent, etc.

  • Competent in risk assessments and planning of critical/heavy lifts

  • Coaching or training experience is beneficial

  • Valid H2S OPITO and T-BOSIET certifications required

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