Rigging Team Leader

Job Title:
Rigging Team Leader

Experience

Required:

8 to 15 Years
Industry: Oil & Gas / Refinery
Age Limit: Not over the age of Fifty-Three (53) years
Salary: TBD + FAT

Primary Purpose of the Role

To lead and execute all types of rigging, lifting, shifting, loading, off-loading, jacking, and sliding operations across refinery units as per site requirements. The role also supports the Rigging Supervisor in planning, risk assessment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.

• Execute all rigging and lifting operations including loading, unloading, shifting, jacking, and sliding activities.
• Ensure all lifting activities comply with Qatar Energy lifting equipment standards and procedures.
• Support in preparation of risk assessments
  , method statements
  , and selection of proper tools and tackles.
• Conduct site inspections to identify hazards and communicate risks to the team.
• Read and interpret lifting plans, drawings, and required documents for execution.
• Lead and supervise rigging teams, providing clear instructions.
• Conduct Toolbox Talks (TBT) and maintain records with team acknowledgements.
• Ensure strict compliance with Permit to Work (PTW) systems and safety procedures.
• Supervise rigging activities for maintenance jobs such as motor, pump, valve, exchanger bundle, blower, fin fan, spool, and bearing replacements.
• Coordinate daily routine and shutdown activities with the supervisor.
• Maintain proper communication with the Rigging Supervisor on work progress and scheduling.
• Ensure housekeeping is completed safely after job completion.

• Senior Secondary School (12th Class)
  OR
• Secondary School (10th Class)
  with Industrial Training Certificate (ITI or equivalent)

• Minimum 8 to 15 years of experience in the oil & gas industry
  .
• Relevant rigging and lifting certifications must be provided.

• Strong leadership and team handling ability.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement safety controls.
• Strong knowledge of rigging tools, lifting equipment, and techniques.
• Ability to read and understand lifting plans and drawings.
• Thorough understanding of PTW systems and safety standards.

• Valid Rigging Certification (recognized in oil & gas industry).
• TPI (Third Party Inspection) Certificates and experience letters must be provided.
• H2S Safety Certification (mandatory).
• Additional safety or lifting-related certifications are an advantage.