23 Rigging jobs in the United Arab Emirates

• Supervise and coordinate all rigging and lifting activities at the site in compliance with ADNOC safety regulations.
• Ensure proper selection, inspection, and certification of rigging equipment such as slings, shackles, chains, and hoists.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop lifting plans in coordination with site engineers.
• Ensure all rigging work is carried out safely and efficiently following ADNOC and international standards.
• Provide guidance and instructions to riggers ensuring safe rigging and lifting operations.
• Verify load calculations and lifting capacities of cranes and other lifting equipment.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC PTW (Permit to Work) system and safety procedures.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings related to rigging and lifting operations.
• Maintain proper documentation of rigging operations, equipment certifications, and daily progress reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and HSE teams to ensure smooth lifting activities.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 5-10 years of experience as a Rigging Supervisor in the Oil & Gas industry, preferably in ADNOC projects.

Certifications:

• Lifting Supervisor Certificate (approved by ADNOC/Third Party)
• TUV/LEEA Certified Rigger Level 3 or 4
• OPITO / TUV / ADNOC approved Rigging & Lifting training

Knowledge of ADNOC Standards: Must be familiar with ADNOC lifting and rigging guidelines.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of rigging techniques, load calculations, and lifting procedures.

HSE Compliance: Good understanding of HSE regulations and ADNOC safety protocols.

Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with teams and management.

Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit to work in challenging site conditions.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full-time

We are? A leading specialist engineering services company delivering integrated solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects and operating assets. Our business is built on the belief that our people are what make EnerMech excellent. When we are thriving globally it’s not just about investing in our infrastructure, service offering and technology, but by also investing in our people. The role?

The primary responsibility is to support the deck operations on the client platform as per EnerMech processes and procedures and demonstrate safety leadership and continuous development in all aspects of crane, lifting and support service activities.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Be responsible for coordinating EnerMech's Riggers to conduct all vessel lifts and those on the platform as directed by the Crane Supervisor or client personnel.
• Ensure that persons under their supervision involved in or in the area where materials handling operations are being conducted:

1. Are trained in the techniques required for the safe execution of their work.
2. Only use equipment that has been inspected and certified under client requirements.
3. Do not try to manually handle an article beyond their physical capability to manage.
4. Understand and follow procedures and the Code of Practices.
5. Shall be responsible for the management of client-owned and supplied loose lifting equipment.

• Be conversant with loose lifting equipment rigging loft management procedures.
• Maintain a lifting equipment database & issuance register consisting of the following:

1. Inventory of equipment.
2. Test certificate.
3. Damage loss report register.

• Booking in & out sheets detailing the name of the person using equipment, date of issue, and description.
• Assist TPI with the inspection & recertification of lifting equipment in line with clients' Bi-annual lifting equipment campaign.
• Maintain loose lifting equipment in a safe and operable condition.
• Carry out pre-use inspection of loose lifting equipment.
• Carry out minor repairs to loose lifting equipment, e.g., repair of safety catches.
• Carry out Banking/Signalman duties as required.
• Prepare lifting plans for routine and non-routine simple lifting operations.
• Plan and risk assess all routine and non-routine simple crane lifting operations associated with the day-to-day running of the client platforms.
• Be aware of the hazards associated with, and on the perimeter of their work area.
• Supervise all lifting operations on client platforms, including non-routine complex lifts once approved by the Integrity Division.
• Complete reports, lifting operation risk assessments, logs, and other documentation as required.
• Have sufficient general engineering knowledge of loose lifting equipment to carry out daily inspection routines.
• Assist Crane Operator Maintainer & Maintainers in carrying out routine crane lubrication duties following specified lubrication schedules.
• Assist in maintaining the cranes in a clean and tidy condition, including cabs, machinery housing and external surfaces.
• Assist EnerMech's Crane maintenance personnel in the performance of routine maintenance, repair activities and equipment change-out.
• Carry out platform emergency duties under the direction of nominated personnel.
• Be multi-skilled in other platform duties including operating of firefighting equipment and undertaking fire standby and deck duties when required.
• Lifting operation support for shutdowns and major plant maintenance campaigns can be supplemented by EnerMech’s Project Engineer and Ad-Hoc Crew as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Should be able to read and write English fluently.
• Should be experienced, fully trained, and wholly competent in the rigging duties associated with offshore and onshore crane operations.
• Should have LEEA-UK Qualifications 'Entry Exam' and 2-day Rigging Foreman course.
• Should have a minimum of 10 years offshore and onshore experience and a minimum of 3 years in a similar position.
• Level 3 rigging competency.
• Should have adequate training and hands-on professional experience and be competent to act as an Appointed Person for lifting equipment.
• Should be able to write lifting plans, supervise and execute critical lifting offshore.
• Should be familiar with international standards related to lifting engineering practices with sufficient knowledge of interpretation.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Self-motivated
• Good Communication Skills
• High standards of workmanship
• Ability to work and react under pressure and tight deadlines

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

We are? A leading specialist engineering services company delivering integrated solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects and operating assets. Our business is built on the belief that our people are what make EnerMech excellent. When we are thriving globally it’s not just about investing in our infrastructure, service offering and technology, but by also investing in our people. The role?

The primary responsibility is to support the offshore operations on the client locations as per EnerMech processes and procedure and demonstrate safety leadership and continuous development in all aspects of crane, lifting and support service activities.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

1. Exercise overall control on the receipt, identification, inspection, storage, preservation and issue of a wide variety of loose lifting tackle, material, equipment and spare parts required for all types of rigging & lifting operations at client Facilities.
2. Physically carry out inspection and service all rigging tackle prior to reissuing rigging tackles.
3. Coordinate, control and supervise the issuing/delivery of materials as requested by all departments to cover all rigging & lifting operational areas.
4. Establish and organize the material movement, control and distribution for the respective projects compatible with the established standards and procedure to fall in line with project requirements.
5. Formulates Bar Charts for all materials supply and project activities including the preparation of material status reports.
6. Plan the requirement of materials for rigging store (loose lifting equipment) annual budget.
7. Ensures safe working practices at the rigging stores, for handling materials.
8. To ensure strict observance to rigging store procedure related to material movement functional activities with the responsibility to perform and carrying out stock accounts transactions of daily issues and returns.
9. To control day-to-day routine work of the Store activities.
10. To provide daily, weekly reports on matters, which are very critical concerning the movement, condition, availability of loose lifting tackle.
11. Identify and evaluate critical asset spares inventory, consumables and special lifting equipment tools. Initiate purchase requisitions as required to support and secure the operation requirements, consulting with the operational deck foreman.
12. Prepare for statutory inspections such as half yearly, yearly and quadrennial inspections, assists the dedicated inspectors and perform all required jobs related to these inspections. Ensures that all corrective actions related to statutory inspections are carried out without any delay and coordinates with other trades for implementation of same.
13. Maintain a high level of HSE awareness and to continue with Risk assessments, toolbox talks, monthly safety meetings & HSE observations and to fully comply with all HSE requirements.
14. Keeps a proper filling of certificates for all lifting equipment and loose gears. Coordinates with Inspection Services for any certification of new equipment and statutory inspection certificates.
15. Maintain materials (loose lifting gears) properly and update in material inventory system on daily basis. To arrange materials (loose lifting gears) for corrective, preventive and break down jobs.
16. Maintain Daily maintenance & work activities report to update in SAP. Always plan and maintain minimum quantity of all necessary items required for normal lifting activities and consumables for day to day activities.

Minimum Requirements

1. Should be able to read and write English fluently, they shall be experienced, fully trained and wholly competent in the inspection of rigging equipment and rigging duties associated with offshore crane operations.
2. Educated to a minimum qualification of higher secondary school certificate or equivalent qualification.
3. Have a minimum of 5 years offshore experience.
4. Banksman/Signaler competency.
5. Technical background associated and has familiarity with all types of lifting equipment.
6. Knowledge of computerized system in Material field.
7. Good working knowledge of MS Office and SAP.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

1. Self-motivated.
2. Good Communication Skills.
3. High standards of workmanship.
4. Ability to work and react under pressure and tight deadlines.

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

Job Purpose:
Supervise rigging operations during vessel mobilization and offshore campaigns, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee rigging activities, demonstrating work methods and performing critical tasks as needed.
• Train and develop subordinates, ensuring proper use and maintenance of equipment.
• Monitor work progress, materials, and man-hours to prevent waste.
• Enforce safety protocols and investigate crew grievances.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Secondary School Certificate with technical qualification (or equivalent).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas, preferably offshore.
• Proficiency in English, computer literacy, and offshore safety certifications.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and confined spaces.

Work Environment:
Primarily offshore, with exposure to heights, confined spaces, and harsh weather.

We are?
A leading specialist engineering services company delivering integrated solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects and operating assets. Our business is built on the belief that our people are what make EnerMech excellent. When we are thriving globally it’s not just about investing in our infrastructure, service offering and technology, but by also investing in our people.
The role?

The primary responsibility is to support the offshore operations on the client locations as per EnerMech processes and procedure and demonstrate safety leadership and continuous development in all aspects of crane, lifting and support service activities.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Exercise overall control on the receipt, identification, inspection, storage, preservation and issue of a wide variety of loose lifting tackle, material, equipment and spare parts required for all types of rigging & lifting operations at client Facilities.
• Physically carry out inspection and service all rigging tackle prior to reissuing rigging tackles.
• Coordinate, control and supervise the issuing/delivery of materials as requested by all departments to cover all rigging & lifting operational areas.
• Establish and organize the material movement, control and distribution for the respective projects compatible with the established standards and procedure to fall in line with project requirements.
• Formulates Bar Charts for all materials supply and project activities including the preparation of material status reports.
• Plan the requirement of materials for rigging store (loose lifting equipment) annual budget.
• Ensures safe working practices at the rigging stores, for handling materials.
• To ensure strict observance to rigging store procedure related to material movement functional activities with the responsibility to perform and carrying out stock accounts transactions of daily issues and returns.
• To control day-to-day routine work of the Store activities.
• To provide daily, weekly reports on matters, which are very critical concerning the movement, condition, availability of loose lifting tackle.
• Identify and evaluate critical asset spares inventory, consumables and special lifting equipment tools. Initiate purchase requisitions as required to support and secure the operation requirements, consulting with the operational deck foreman.
• Prepare for statutory inspections such as half yearly, yearly and quadrennial inspections, assists the dedicated inspectors and perform all required jobs related to these inspections. Ensures that all corrective actions related to statutory inspections are carried out without any delay and coordinates with other trades for implementation of same.
• Maintain a high level of HSE awareness and to continue with Risk assessments, toolbox talks, monthly safety meetings & HSE observations and to fully comply with all HSE requirements.
• Keeps a proper filling of certificates for all lifting equipment and loose gears. Coordinates with Inspection Services for any certification of new equipment and statutory inspection certificates.
• Maintain materials (loose lifting gears) properly and update in material inventory system on daily basis. To arrange materials (loose lifting gears) for corrective, preventive and break down jobs.
• Maintain Daily maintenance & work activities report to update in SAP. Always plan and maintain minimum quantity of all necessary items required for normal lifting activities and consumables for day to day activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Should be able to read and write English fluently, they shall be experienced, fully trained and wholly competent in the inspection of rigging equipment and rigging duties associated with offshore crane operations.
• Educated to a minimum qualification of higher secondary school certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Have a minimum of 5 years offshore experience.
• Banksman/Signaler competency.
• Technical background associated and has familiarity with all types of lifting equipment.
• Knowledge of computerized system in Material field.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and SAP.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

• Self-motivated.
• Good Communication Skills.
• High standards of workmanship.
• Ability to work and react under pressure and tight deadlines.

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Rigging Engineer with a strong background in oil & gas projects to lead and manage all rigging and heavy lifting activities on-site. With over 15 years of field experience and a solid engineering background, you will be responsible for developing lift plans, ensuring safety compliance, supervising critical lifts, andsafety compliance, supervising critical lifts, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

• Plan and oversee safe rigging and lifting operations for heavy equipment and modules on oil & gas construction sites.

• Develop detailed rigging studies, lift plans, and method statements for critical and non-critical lifts.

• Supervise execution of lifting operations, including crane setup, load path, and safety precautions.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards (LOLER, ASME B30.5, OSHA, etc.) and project HSE requirements.

• Review and approve rigging equipment and lifting gear certifications.

• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and HSE teams to ensure smooth and safe operations.

• Conduct on-site inspections and resolve technical issues during lifting operations.

• Support training and mentoring of rigging crews and junior engineers.

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering .

• 15+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations, with a strong focus on oil & gas projects (onshore/offshore).

• In-depth knowledge of heavy lifting techniques, crane operations, rigging hardware, and safety procedures.

• Familiarity with international standards such as ASME, API, LOLER, and OSHA.

• Proficient in lift planning software and AutoCAD (preferred).

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

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A Construction Engineer specializing in Rigging isresponsible for planning, supervising, and executing the safe and efficient movement of heavy equipment and materials on construction sites.This role involves a deep understanding of rigging techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities of a Construction Engineer-Rigging:

Developing detailed lift plans, including selecting appropriate equipment (cranes, hoists, etc.), calculating load capacities, and outlining safety procedures.

Choosing the correct rigging hardware (slings, shackles, etc.) and ensuring it is properly inspected and certified for use.

Ensuring all rigging operations adhere to safety regulations, including those related to load limits, rigging techniques, and personnel training.

Overseeing the execution of lifting operations, coordinating with other team members (crane operators, riggers, etc.), and resolving any technical issues that arise.

Preparing lift plans, method statements, and other relevant documentation, as well as reporting on the progress and safety of rigging operations.

Providing guidance and training to less experienced riggers and other personnel involved in rigging operations.

• Possessing in-depth knowledge of rigging principles, heavy lifting techniques, and relevant industry standards (ASME, OSHA, etc.).
• Identifying and resolving technical issues that arise during rigging operations, ensuring the safe and efficient completion of lifts.

Q ualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations, with a strong focus on oil & gas projects (onshore/offshore).
• In-depth knowledge of heavy lifting techniques, crane operations, rigging hardware, and safety procedures.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ASME, API, LOLER, and OSHA.
• Proficient in lift planning software and AutoCAD (preferred).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

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We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Rigging Engineer with a strong background in oil & gas projects to lead and manage all rigging and heavy lifting activities on-site. With over 15 years of field experience and a solid engineering background, you will be responsible for developing lift plans, ensuring safety compliance, supervising critical lifts, and safety compliance, supervising critical lifts, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee safe rigging and lifting operations for heavy equipment and modules on oil & gas construction sites.
• Develop detailed rigging studies, lift plans, and method statements for critical and non-critical lifts.
• Supervise execution of lifting operations, including crane setup, load path, and safety precautions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (LOLER, ASME B30.5, OSHA, etc.) and project HSE requirements.
• Review and approve rigging equipment and lifting gear certifications.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and HSE teams to ensure smooth and safe operations.
• Conduct on-site inspections and resolve technical issues during lifting operations.
• Support training and mentoring of rigging crews and junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations, with a strong focus on oil & gas projects (onshore/offshore).
• In-depth knowledge of heavy lifting techniques, crane operations, rigging hardware, and safety procedures.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ASME, API, LOLER, and OSHA.
• Proficient in lift planning software and AutoCAD (preferred).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesProfessional Services

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A Construction Engineer specializing in Rigging is responsible for planning, supervising, and executing the safe and efficient movement of heavy equipment and materials on construction sites. This role involves a deep understanding of rigging techniques, equipment, and safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities Of a Construction Engineer-Rigging

• Developing detailed lift plans, including selecting appropriate equipment (cranes, hoists, etc.), calculating load capacities, and outlining safety procedures.
• Choosing the correct rigging hardware (slings, shackles, etc.) and ensuring it is properly inspected and certified for use.
• Ensuring all rigging operations adhere to safety regulations, including those related to load limits, rigging techniques, and personnel training.
• Overseeing the execution of lifting operations, coordinating with other team members (crane operators, riggers, etc.), and resolving any technical issues that arise.
• Preparing lift plans, method statements, and other relevant documentation, as well as reporting on the progress and safety of rigging operations.
• Providing guidance and training to less experienced riggers and other personnel involved in rigging operations.
• Possessing in-depth knowledge of rigging principles, heavy lifting techniques, and relevant industry standards (ASME, OSHA, etc.).
• Identifying and resolving technical issues that arise during rigging operations, ensuring the safe and efficient completion of lifts.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in rigging and lifting operations, with a strong focus on oil & gas projects (onshore/offshore).
• In-depth knowledge of heavy lifting techniques, crane operations, rigging hardware, and safety procedures.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ASME, API, LOLER, and OSHA.
• Proficient in lift planning software and AutoCAD (preferred).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
  

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesProfessional Services

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