Job Title:  Rigger  

Organisation: Mota-Engil Africa

Duty Station: Buliisa, Uganda

About the Company:

Mota-Engil is a Portuguese group in the sectors of civil construction, public works, port operations, waste, water, and logistics.  The Mota-Engil Group comprises 228 companies within three major business areas Engineering and construction, Environment and Services and Transport concessions operating in 21 countries through its branches and subsidiaries, including Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construção, S.A., Tertir, SUMA, INDAQUA  Manvia, Vibeiras, Ascendi and Martifer.

Job Summary:   The Rigger is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising lifting operations to ensure they are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Dimensioning the load-lifting accessories (bead, shackle, chain).
• Draw the load schematic in AUTOCAD.
• Calculate loads and interpret load diagrams.
• Co-ordinate and be present to supervise all lifting activities in accordance with the lifting plan.
• Ensure that only registered and appointed crane operators, certified signalers, and rigger participate in any lifting operation involving the use of any cranes.
• Check and ensure proper ground conditions are suitable and safe for any lifting operations.
• Ensure that crane operators conduct daily checks of their assigned lifting machines and appliances before the start of their work shift.
• Brief all crane operators, riggers, and signalmen on the safe lifting procedures in place.
• Check the validity of the lifting machine certificate by the Approved Person and maintenance inspection program.
• Ensure that safe lifting procedures are for any lifting operation.
• If unsafe conditions are reported, take suitable measures to rectify the conditions so that the lifting operation can be conducted safely.
• In any situation where immediate rectification cannot be done, ensure that all necessary measures are taken to make the situation and area safe before reporting to his supervisor.
• Wear PPE specified by the company to be identified as a lifting supervisor during lifting operations.
• Attend daily toolbox meetings with all the employees for effective consultation, communication, and coordination before the commencement of work.
• Ensure compliance with relevant government regulations and the company’s quality, safety, health, and environmental (SHEQ) policies, practices, and procedures at all times.
• Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by the manager.

• Degree in mechanical or civil engineering.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in oil and gas or civil construction.
• Certification APLO (Appointed Person for Lifting Operations).
• Technical/Vocational certificate.
• Completed Rigging and Signalman course.
• Completed Lifting Supervisors’ Safety course
• Good supervisory communication skills.
• A team player with the ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.