Lifting Supervisor
Location: Tanzania
Project: East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project
Are you an experienced Lifting Supervisor passionate about safety, precision, and operational excellence? We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand and implement Lifting Procedures and relevant local legislation applicable to the project.
- Ensure all personnel involved in lifting operations are fully briefed on procedural and safety requirements.
- Mentor and coach on-site rigging and lifting personnel; actively participate in risk assessments.
- Facilitate, coordinate, and supervise both critical and non-critical lifting operations.
- Develop non-critical Lifting Operation Plans (LOPs) and associated Job Safety Analyses (JSA/JHA).
- Ensure all lifting operations are prepared, organized, and executed according to project standards and specific procedures.
- Maintain appropriate lifting equipment stock levels and verify rigging and hardware suitability.
- Coordinate lifting operations in line with LOP, ensuring all gear meets safety and compliance standards.
- Support incident reporting and investigation processes for lifting-related events.
- Ensure high levels of compliance with HSE and site safety protocols at all times.
- Interface with construction, safety, and logistics teams to ensure efficient lifting planning and execution.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership during high-risk or complex lifting tasks.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications
- Valid Lifting Supervisor Certificate from a recognized institute
- Process certificates in lifting operations are mandatory
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in oil & gas, pipeline, or energy infrastructure projects
- Proven experience leading field-based lifting teams and executing high-risk lifting operations
- Experience working on international or multicultural project teams is highly desirable
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of British Standards, ASME, DNV, and OSHA lifting and rigging regulations
- Ability to develop non-critical lifting plans independently
- Solid knowledge of rigging hardware, lifting accessories, cranes, and hoisting systems
- Strong familiarity with HSE compliance, incident reporting, and risk assessment methodologies
Soft Skills
- Proficient in English
- Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working on remote sites in rotational or long-term assignment settings
- Highly organized, with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork
If you are a certified lifting professional with the expertise and mindset to safely lead lifting operations in one of Africa’s largest pipeline projects, this is your opportunity.
How to Apply:
Send your CV to [email protected] with the subject line:
Lifting Supervisor – YOUR NAME
