Deck Crew - Rigging and Lifting Inspector at BGI Energy Services Limited

BGI Energy Services Limited is an Indigenous engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance and asset integrity management company operating in the Nigerian oil and gas industry with essential local participation and increased local content.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Deck Crew - Rigging and Lifting Inspector

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Contract

Description

• The Deck Crew - Rigging and Lifting Inspector will be responsible for overseeing the rigging and lifting operations on-site, ensuring safe and efficient execution of lifting activities in compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• The role requires a deep understanding of rigging techniques, lift planning, and equipment handling, with an emphasis on critical and ODC (Out of Gauge Cargo) lifting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, inspect, and provide technical support for rigging and lifting operations, ensuring all activities are conducted safely and efficiently.
• Prepare detailed lift plans for complex and critical lifts, including ODC lifting.
• Coach and certify riggers, signalmen, and supervisors, ensuring they meet industry safety and operational standards.
• Carry out Inspections in line with current legislation and company requirements.
• Enter the required data into our cloud-based inspection software.
• Compile certificates and create inspection reports for clients.
• Recommend remedial works to clients, when required.
• Advise clients on their legal requirements in relation to Lifting Equipment.
• Assist the Inspection team with the planning and booking of inspections.
• Assist with the inspection and maintenance of all equipment owned by Rigging Team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy working environment by following all relevant company policies.
• Conduct regular inspections of lifting equipment and rigging gear, ensuring they are in safe working condition.
• Ensure compliance with relevant lifting and safety regulations (LOLER, LEEA, OPITO, etc.).
• Provide technical guidance on lifting methods and procedures to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
• This position demands a highly skilled professional with a solid understanding of rigging and lifting operations, a focus on safety, and the ability to train and certify personnel involved in lifting activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (Engineering, HSE, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum Three (3) years prior Offshore experience within the Oil and Gas Industry
• Certification in Lifting and Rigging Operations.
• Extensive experience in rigging and lifting operations, with a focus on offshore operations.
• Profound knowledge of FPSO operations, including safety and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for planning and documentation.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in offshore environments.
• Safety certification (Bosiet, Opito).

Application Closing Date
3rd December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and relevant documents to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the email.