Head of Lifting

We have a current opportunity for a Head of Lifting (MP & NFPS) on a contract basis. The position will be based in Qatar. For further information about this position please apply.
Accountabilities
1. Focal Point on the Lifting discipline for Projects, and Projects main focal point for the Operations Department on all lifting related matters (lifting equipment, personnel and procedures) executed in brownfield.
2. Consolidate and manage a resilient assurance process for the Projects execution in compliance with the Lifting Code of Practice (onshore/offshore).
3. Maintain and update the Lifting Code of Practice for the Projects. Interface with relevant internal/external stakeholders for optimization and harmonization of the lifting requirements.
4. Support PMTs on the lifting resources allocation, selection and recruitment process. Formally endorse the recruitment of lifting resources within the Projects (onshore/offshore).
5. Support PMTs on Risk Screening and Formal Risk Assessment related to critical lifting operations (greenfield and brownfield scopes).
6. Introduce and manage effective communications protocols to share relevant lessons learned and best practices for consistent implementation among Projects Teams (lifting discipline).
7. Consolidate and Standardize onboarding protocols for Projects lifting resources with focus on compliance, consistency and efficiency.
8. Maintain a robust reporting system for lifting operations within the Projects. Identify trends and vulnerabilities, propose and implement mitigations and improvements across the Projects organization.
9. Conducts risk-based evaluation of complex technical issues that may have significant impacts to overall project execution. Manages the timely delivery of technical deliverables and issues resolutions.
10. Promote Lifting Safety Leadership, by supporting a Proactive Safety Culture and implement industry leading Safety best practices and initiatives, including extensive use of Life Saving Rules. Maintain a learning environment for turning lifting safety visions to improvements plans.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in engineering
OPITO - LOLER Competent Person
Knowledge and/or Experience
10 years of experience in Lifting discipline and demonstrated experience in managing the lifting equipment & lifting operations compliance scopes (onshore, offshore).
Extensive experience in lifting equipment and appliances inspections, certifications and verifications. Broaden knowledge of lifting operations management.
Knowledge of International Standards (API, ASME, BS, DNV, ISO, LOLER) and experience in regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of LNG Operating Standards & Procedures is advantageous.
Experience on establishing and managing compliance and assurance processes in accordance with corporate requirements and international standards (lifting discipline).
Experience as Lifting SME, Technical Authority (Lifting Operations) within Oil & Gas Operators organizations is preferred.


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