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