Senior Supervisor, Rigging

Ghobash Group · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Posted 10 Nov 2026

Salary
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Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employer
Ghobash Group

Requirements

  • 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

About the job

Job Description * 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 execution of 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 Additional Information * Strong organizational and multitasking skills. * Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. * Ability to work with tough deadlines and under pressure. * Ability to work in ADNOC project sites. * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Company Description Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

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