Rigging Team Leader

Job Description – Rigging Team Leader

Position Title :Rigging Team Leader

Location :Mesaieed, Qatar

Working Hours :08 Hours per Day, 05 Days per Week

Contract Duration :01 Month (Extendable)

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Rigging Team Leader to lead and supervise rigging, lifting, shifting, loading, off‑loading, jacking, and sliding activities within refinery and oil & gas facilities. The successful candidate will ensure that all lifting operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with QatarEnergy lifting standards, company procedures, and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all rigging and lifting activities in refinery and oil & gas operational areas.
• Coordinate with Rigging Supervisors and site personnel to ensure safe execution of lifting operations.
• Conduct site inspections to identify hazards and assess risks before commencing work.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of lifting plans, risk assessments, method statements, and Job Safety Analyses (JSA).
• Select appropriate lifting equipment, rigging gear, tools, and tackles based on load requirements and site conditions.
• Interpret and understand lifting plans, engineering drawings, crane load charts, and related documentation.
• Conduct Toolbox Talks (TBT) and safety briefings before work activities and maintain proper records.
• Ensure strict compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) requirements, safety procedures, and lifting regulations.
• Supervise routine and non‑routine maintenance lifting activities, including:
  • Pumps and motors
  • Valves and piping spools
  • Heat exchangers and exchanger bundles
  • Fin fan coolers
  • Blowers and rotating equipment
  • Bearings and mechanical components
• Monitor lifting operations to ensure adherence to approved lifting plans and safe work practices.
• Provide clear instructions and guidance to riggers, crane operators, and support personnel.
• Ensure all lifting equipment and accessories are inspected and certified prior to use.
• Maintain effective communication with the Rigging Supervisor regarding work progress, challenges, and scheduling requirements.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and restoration of work areas upon completion of activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture and immediately report unsafe conditions or incidents.

Educational Qualification

• Secondary School (10th Grade) or Higher Secondary School (12th Grade).
• Industrial Training Institute (ITI) Certificate or equivalent technical qualification preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 8–15 years of experience in rigging and lifting operations within the Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, or Industrial sectors .
• Proven experience in supervising complex lifting and rigging activities in operational facilities.

Certification Requirements

• Valid Rigging Certification from an approved Third‑Party Inspection (TPI) body.
• Relevant rigging and lifting operation certificates.
• Valid H₂S Safety Certification.
• Additional safety certifications related to lifting operations will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of QatarEnergy lifting equipment standards and procedures.
• Excellent understanding of lifting plans, crane charts, load calculations, and rigging techniques.
• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective risk control measures.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team coordination skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work in high‑risk industrial environments while maintaining strict safety compliance.
• Sound knowledge of PTW systems, risk assessments, and safe lifting practices.

Age Requirement

• Maximum age: 53 years