IMI - Lifting Rigging & Heavy Logistics Manager

Job Purpose

The job holder is responsible for managing safe and efficient operation of the Lifting, Rigging and Heavy Logistics teams across all Zones internally and externally in accordance with Corporate Goals, Policies, Quality Safety & Environmental Management System, and International Standards.

Key Accountabilities & Working Relationships

Management of staff, including allocation of duties, competency training, leave roster and absence.

Support the Production VP's COOs with resource planning maximizing utilization & performance of Assets.

Control department operational budget and develop budgetary & CAPEX forecasts.

Support the commercial department with tendering processes, business development and promotion of services.

Work closely with Asset Management and Business development to develop LR & HL internal rates.

Lead the development and continuous review of operating procedures within the department.

Work closely with LR & HL Managers, HSE Operational Managers to engineer out potential hazards, to provide a safe working environment, for all employees.

Assist with R & D to ensure technological advancements are properly evaluated for improved ROI wherever practical.

Awareness/knowledge of applicable Regulations, National and International standards such as ISO, BS EN, ASME, LEEA, LOLER, and other recognizing bodies approved code of practice ACOP and ensure that lifting and rigging activities performed are compliant.

Provide guidance to LR & HL in technical matters.

Effective recruitment, selection, training, and certification of personnel; appraising performance; rewarding and counselling His / Her team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems with participation of Technical Services Management.

Ensure continual process improvement alongside an ethos that is committed to ensuring that performance expectations of all assets are continually met.

Other tasks as assigned by General Manager Technical Services

Key Performance Indicators:

Timely identification of hazards and risks in Lifting and Yard Logistics operations and implementation of mitigative and preventive solutions.

Proactive and cost-conscious approach for utilization of equipment and manpower.

Timely reporting of all work-related matters to VP of TMS

Identification of improvement opportunities in Lifting and transportation operations to optimize cost and utilization and increase life cycle.

Manage detailed asset utilization planning.

Manage LR & HL utilization in conjunction with AM.

Manage LR & HL operational costs.

Working Relationships:

Internal Interactions:

1. All VP, s SVP, s and COO,s
2. L & R Manager's
3. Technical Services GM
4. Yard Support Services GM
5. Asset Management GM
6. L & R Engineers, Technical Services Engineering Management

External Interactions:

1. Zone B Operation Team
2. FMSS Team
3. Marine Operations Team
4. Rigging and Lifting Team
5. HSEQ Managers/Supervisors

Who we are looking for

Education: Bachelor's degree (preferable) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

Experience: At least 18+ years of experience in a similar role within specialized heavy lifting and logistics, and or Mega Shipyard experience.

Professional Qualifications: Previous experience/certification as an appointed person in Lifting. Previous experience/certification such as Rigger 1, Lifting Manager/Supervisor/Superintendent. Have held Crawler crane (over 500t) operating license and experience. IOSH certification desirable. OSHA certification desirable.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities): Thorough understanding of Engineering, planning & executing of lifting services in accordance with international lifting standards & practice (Example: LOLER). Knowledge of ERP systems & Asset Management Systems. The ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams, across a broad range of technologies and implement training programs. Resilient under stress and capable of managing competing priorities. Articulate in their speech and excellent interpersonal skills. Be Physically active and able to complete a full medical assessment. Demonstrates ability to listen to the views of others and respond in a logical, well thought out manner without the need to resort to authority. Computer proficient with strong leadership skills.

Languages: English will be the primary form of communication. Knowledge of Arabic would be advantageous.

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s): Resume/CV