Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) – Abu Dhabi, UAE

About the Role
An established oil and gas construction and fabrication contractor in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) to plan and control lifting operations across onshore and offshore oil and gas construction projects. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the planning, risk assessment, and safe execution of lifting operations, ensuring that every lift complies with applicable lifting standards and site HSE requirements.

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent technical training.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in lifting operations, including senior responsibility for lift planning in oil and gas.
• LEEA certification or equivalent recognised lifting qualification.
• Strong knowledge of crane operations, rigging, load calculations, and lifting standards.
• Experience on projects for national oil companies in the UAE is an advantage.
• Clear communication and leadership on site, with a firm commitment to safety.

Key Skills:

• Appointed Person
• Lifting operations
• Lift plans
• Crane operations
• Rigging supervision
• LEEA
• Critical lifts
• Offshore lifting
• Oil and gas
• HSE

Benefits

• Fixed monthly salary of AED 15,000 to 18,000, depending on experience.
• Visa, medical insurance, and annual air ticket as per company policy.