Rigger Foreman
Posted by Mahad Manpower Pvt. Ltd. — Doha, Qatar
Hiring company: Confidential Company
- Salary: QAR 2,200 – 2,500
- Job type: full time
- Experience: senior
- Apply before: 2026-12-30
- Vacancies: 4
- Industry: Port & Marine Operations
- Visa: sponsored by the employer
- Accommodation: provided
- Transport: provided
- Air ticket: provided
- Working hours: 8 per day
- Working days: 6 per week
- Contract: 24 months
- Probation: 6 months
- Annual leave: 21 days
Skills
Rigging gang supervision and workforce coordination., Selection and inspection of lifting accessories., Safe lifting operations and load handling., Slinging, signaling, and load securing techniques., Knowledge of lifting equipment and ship gear., Understanding of lifting plans and safe working procedures., Hazard identification and accident prevention., Toolbox talks and safety communication., Compliance with QatarEnergy lifting standards., Incident reporting and problem-solving., Team leadership and operational coordination.
Job description
The Rigger Foreman is responsible for supervising rigging gangs during vessel operations, cargo handling, and lifting activities at the terminal. The role ensures that rigging operations are carried out safely and efficiently in accordance with approved lifting procedures, QatarEnergy requirements, and applicable safety regulations. The candidate will oversee rigging personnel, inspect lifting accessories, coordinate with vessel supervisors, and ensure compliance with lifting equipment standards and accident prevention procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate rigging gangs during vessel and cargo handling operations.
- Allocate duties to riggers and ensure proper gang formation according to operational requirements.
- Ensure correct selection and use of slings, shackles, hooks, and other lifting accessories.
- Inspect lifting accessories before use and report defective or uncertified equipment.
- Ensure safe lifting methods, load securing, and proper signaling practices are followed.
- Coordinate lifting activities with vessel supervisors, crane operators, and other operational teams.
- Verify that lifting equipment and rigging accessories are suitable for the load and lifting operation.
- Ensure compliance with QatarEnergy Lifting Equipment Regulation, Doc. No. CORP-PAI-STD-005, and applicable site procedures.
- Conduct toolbox talks and communicate lifting hazards and safety precautions to rigging personnel.
- Monitor workforce compliance with PPE requirements and safe working practices.
- Identify potential hazards and implement appropriate preventive measures.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses to the relevant supervisor.
- Maintain rigging inspection records and operational documentation as required.
Requirements
- Minimum Secondary School Education or equivalent.
- Valid QatarEnergy-approved third-party rigging certification required.
- Must meet the applicable competency requirements specified in QatarEnergy Lifting Equipment Regulation, Doc. No. CORP-PAI-STD-005, Appendix (B), Competence Requirements for QatarEnergy / Contractor LE Personnel.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in container terminal operations.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar Rigger Foreman position.
- Sound knowledge of rigging practices and lifting equipment inspection.
- Knowledge of safe lifting methods, signaling, load securing, and cargo handling operations.
- Understanding of ship gear, lifting equipment, gang formation, and accident prevention measures.
- Working knowledge of English and the language spoken by the workforce.
- Ability to supervise rigging personnel and coordinate lifting operations safely.