Lifting Supervisor at CPP Tanzania

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.

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