Appointed Person / Lifting Operations Deck Foreman with Mobile Crane Experience

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A leading specialist engineering services company delivering integrated solutions for complex energy and infrastructure projects and operating assets. Our business is built on the belief that our people are what make EnerMech excellent. When we are thriving globally it’s not just about investing in our infrastructure, service offering, and technology, but by also investing in our people.

The Role

The primary responsibility is to support the deck operations on the client platform as per the client processes and procedures and demonstrate safety leadership and continuous development in all aspects of crane, lifting, and support service activities. 

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Lifting AP (Deck Foreman) shall perform and be responsible for the following designated as being in charge of planning, coordinating, controlling, and executing the lift.  

• Be responsible for coordinating EnerMech's Riggers to conduct all vessel lifts and those on the platform as directed by the Crane Supervisor. 

• Ensures that people involved are competent in performing their task, aware of the task and procedures to be followed, and aware of their responsibilities. Briefs people involved in or affected by the lift. 

• Ensure all necessary test certificates and other documents are available.
• Shall be responsible for the management of client-owned and supplied loose lifting equipment. Be fully trained and conversant with loose lifting equipment rigging loft management procedures i.e. maintain a lifting equipment database & issuance register consisting of the following; 
•  Inventory of equipment.  
• Test certificate.  
• Damage loss report register 
• Booking in & out sheets detailing the name of the person using equipment, date of issue, description etc. 
• In line with client's Bi-annual lifting equipment campaign assist TPI with the inspection & recertification of lifting equipment.  
• Carry out Banking/Signalman duties as and when required. Ensures the lift is carried out following the plan. Suspends the lift if changes or conditions (eg, wind) occur that would cause a deviation from the plan. 
• Plan and risk assess all routine and up to non-routine complicated crane-lifting operations associated with the day-to-day running of the client platforms.  
• Supervise all lifting operations on client platforms, including non-routine complex lifts.  
• Selecting the correct crane and accessories for the specific task. 
• Checks that load integrity and stability are satisfactory;  
• Ensure all other statutory requirements and any necessary work permits are in place. 
• Identify all hazards and restricted areas.  
• Emergency Procedures in case of damage or impairment to the crane during operation, and for safe recovery of the crane to a holding location on the installation.  
• Ensuring that the person directing crane movements (Signaller / Banksman) is readily identifiable to the crane operator by wearing high visibility clothing or distinguishing markings. 
• Shall allow for concurrent or simultaneous operations that may affect or be affected by the lift, eg, helicopter operations, ballast control, and other cranes. 
• Checks that there is no deviation from standards for routine lifts. 
• Ensuring that the workplace is provided with adequate lighting for night lifting. 
• Complete reports, lifting operation risk assessments, logs, and other documentation, as required. 
• Ensure a competent supervisor is available should the Appointed Person delegate his duties or part thereof to others  
• Have sufficient general engineering knowledge of loose lifting equipment to carry out daily inspection routines.  
• Ensures that the lifting equipment is maintained, examined, and appropriate for use. 
• Carry out platform emergency duties under the direction of nominated personnel.  
• Be multi-skilled in other platform duties including operating of firefighting equipment and undertaking fire standby and deck duties, when required. 
• The Appointed person can delegate his duties to competent personnel however the responsibility is still with the Appointed Person.  
• The Appointed person has the authority to stop operations where danger is likely to arise if operations continue.  

Essential:

• Have at least 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.  

• Have relevant oil & gas offshore and onshore lifting-related experience of not less than 10 years in the same area of application with 5 years in a similar position.  

• Have adequate training and hands on professional experience and be competent to act as an Appointed Person for lifting equipment.  

• Shall be able to write Lifting plans, and supervise and execute critical lifting in oil & gas companies.  

• Have focus on HSE priorities and lead a team for Safe Lifting Practices across different locations of the organization.  

• Familiar with international standard related to Lifting engineering practices with sufficient knowledge in interpretation and to bring excellence in Change management.

Preferred:

• Shall have LEEA-UK "Entry Exam" and 4-day Appointed Person course.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities:

Essential:

• Self-motivated. 
• Good Communication Skills 
• High standards of workmanship 
• Ability to work and react under pressure and tight deadlines

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.