Lifting Engineer (Appointed Person For Lifting Operations) Required



1. Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering
Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) professional accreditation as Engineer (mandatory)
Valid LEEA-accredited Appointed Person for Lifting Operations certificate )
Third-party certified Lifting Supervisor (TUV or equivalent)
NEBOSH IGC or equivalent recognized safety qualification (preferable)
Minimum 12 years of experience in lifting operations, including at least 3 years as Lifting Engineer / Appointed Person on major infrastructure, construction or industrial projects in KSA
Previous approval as AP by a client/PMC on giga or mega projects is a strong advantage
Transferable Iqama and valid Saudi driving license preferred (to allow immediate mobilization)
Good command of English; Arabic and/or Urdu/Hindi is an advantage for crew communication


2. Technical Competencies

Preparation, review and approval of routine, complex and critical lift plans
Crane selection and configuration (mobile, crawler and tower cranes), and load chart interpretation
Ground bearing pressure, outrigger/mat calculations and crane positioning assessments
Rigging design and calculations: sling selection, angles, mode factors, centre of gravity and load distribution
Tandem/multi-crane lifts, lifts over live traffic or utilities
Review of engineering drawings and lifting studies (AutoCAD; lift planning software such as 3D Lift Plan is an advantage)
Working knowledge of BS 7121, LEEA Code of Practice, ASME B30 series and OSHA 1926 Subpart CC, plus applicable Saudi and client requirements


3. Management and HSE Competencies

Management of the lifting equipment register third-party inspection certificates and accessory color coding
Verification of operator, rigger and signalman competency and certification
Permit to Work control and lifting-related risk assessments / method statements
On-site supervision of critical lifts and stop-work authority
Delivery of toolbox talks and lifting awareness training to crews
Coordination with construction, engineering, subcontractors, and client/PMC lifting representatives
Investigation of lifting incidents and near misses, and implementation of corrective actions

⚠️ Important Requirement:

This is a supplier-based position with a competitive salary package.

Iqama transfer is not available. Contract will be through Ajeer.

Interested candidates are invited to send their CVs and all the documents:

Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

Interested candidates are requested to send their complete documents at the earliest for review and client approval.
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