Lifting Equipment Inspector

IPMC is one of Nigeria oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology, and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in Nigeria and has a network of, manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities.
It delivers innovative technologies and services designed to meet the world's current and future energy needs in a safe, ethical, and sustainable manner. Grounded by our core values and inspired by our world-class people, we are committed to being a trusted business partner to those we serve.

Responsibilities
Verify & validate the competency of lifting supervisors + crane operators (interview)

Complete appropriate checklists for cranes arriving on site
Validate competency during first time set up & working of the crane on site

Review of basic lifting- & rigging plans
Review & signing of required permits for basic lifting- & rigging operations
Spot checks of crane/rigging set up; verify they meet permits, lifting- & rigging plans and site requirements
Spot checks on validity of rigging gear certificates
Spot checks on the condition of rigging gear
Keep track that all Lifting Management (LM) certifications & LM insurances for all cranes are valid
Keep a close eye on all ongoing basic lifting- & rigging operations
Coach, train and educate subcontractor lifting- & rigging personnel on any shortcomings
Attend Toolbox talks and PTTs at site
Review of additional documentation for complex lifting- & rigging operations
Field-check of each and every complex lift set-up
Witness complete complex lift operations from start to finish (set down of load)
Witness complex heavy transport operations (RoRo)
 
Requirements
A minimum of 6+ years of heavy transport/heavy lift experience with a proven ability to work with contractor personnel in a mentoring/developmental role in a site-oriented environment

LMS certification
Computer literate with MS basic programs, Outlook, PowerPoint /Excel & Word
Basic reporting skills. Good verbal and written English language proficiency as well as effective communication skills in English

In-depth understanding of Lifting Regulations and Standards.
Skilled in the understanding of technical principles, practices, and methods for transport and lifting operations.

Specific and intricate knowledge of SPMT/SPT operational/technical aspects and Heavy Lift Crane experience.
A combination of hands-on and technical experience in the operation and maintenance of transport/lifting equipment.