Introduction

The purpose of the Site Lifting Specialist is to serve as the expert in routine / non routine, critical, and heavy lift for offshore operations, as well as onshore, as required.
To review / audit lifting equipment at various offshore & onshore worksites
Review project lifting plans, procedures & operations.
Provide technical lifting installation support to the project.
Ensure compliance of all lifting operations with LNG rules.
Working in a challenging offshore environment
Assist with problem solving utilizing prior experience
Manage incident response
Awareness of International lifting standards and best practices
Communication within a multi-cultural team environment
LNG focal point for Lifting Operations onsite

About this role

Act as the focal point offshore & as required on site, for all project lifting matters including approval of related documents submitted by Contractor
Coordinates with MP Lifting SME, OPCO Lifting SME, Company Representative, Contractor and TPIA for Lifting related issues.
Ensures all activities are undertaken in compliance with Company QHSES policies, regulations and standards.
Assists Project Management with lifting procedures & drawings review and technical support of execution matters.
Responsible for overseeing Lifting activities executed by Contractor offshore and as required onshore worksites.
Participate in inspection of lifting equipment to be used within project operations including hired and Contractor’s equipment.
Performs surveillance inspection on the Contractors lifting equipment and verifies its condition and validity for continued use.
Conducts equipment audits ensuring all relevant certification and audits are up to date and that any close-out actions from audits have been carried out.
Stewards in the management of change (MOC) process and is the Company point of contact on the worksite for all site lifting queries.
Undertakes complex lifting tasks and acts as a source of guidance for staff. Is expected to handle all but the most complex problems and difficulties that might arise with regards to any lifting operations.

Minimum of 15 years’ experience in similar discipline with at least 10 years demonstrated senior field experience in lifting operations, lifting preparation (lift plans), lifting supervision and lifting equipment inspection.
Demonstrate extensive experience in lifting & rigging especially in critical & heavy lifts in offshore Greenfield and Brownfield environment
Valid Certifications issued by Internationally Recognized bodies as Competent Lifting Specialist
Knowledge of different types of lifting equipment/cranes on heavy lift barges (in anchored & DP modes), jack-up barges, land based mobile/fixed cranes.
Inspection of lifting equipment & devices to confirm compliance with Code requirements
Experience in review of lifting engineering for, e.g., load curves, stability of barges, rigging calculations, etc.
Knowledge of International standards such as LOLER, BS, LEEA, DNV and experience in regulatory compliance. Experience within Qatar is added value.
Fluent in English, spoken and written.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook e-mail system