| Reporting to |
| Head of Marine & Technical Management |
| Education & Training |
| • Degree-qualified (preferred) in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering; relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications • Proven offshore technical experience at a suitable level, with direct involvement in the operation and maintenance of crane and lifting systems and associated equipment • Experience with wire ropes considered an advantage • Experience in Lay equipment considered an advantage |
| Experience |
| • Strong technical engineering background with extensive experience in multidisciplinary teams, implementing safe working practices, and ensuring compliance with company, client, and regulatory standards • Proven ability to coordinate and align multiple stakeholders—including marine operations, project teams, OEMs, and clients—to resolve complex technical and operational issues through consensus-based solutions • Acted as the primary interface between marine and project functions, effectively managing responsibilities, communication flows, and operational boundaries to support safe and efficient project delivery • Effective communicator, able to engage confidently and professionally at all levels, from offshore personnel to senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities • Demonstrated capability to influence and guide technical decisions related to owned and managed assets, including equipment selection, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle management. |
| Skill / Attributes |
| • A strong technical engineering background combined with people-management experience, along with the ability to interpret, implement, and enforce safe and effective working practices • Professional and approachable manner, with the confidence to be authoritative when required • Excellent coordination, organisational, and stakeholder liaison skills, with a proven ability to drive consensus on complex technical and operational matters • Demonstrated understanding of interface management between marine and project teams • Able to communicate clearly, confidently, and effectively across all levels of the industry • Proven exposure to a range of operational and technical requirements across different projects or environments • Capable of influencing and guiding technical decisions related to the group’s owned and managed equipment |
| Description of Function |
| The function is responsible for the safe, compliant, and reliable management of crane and lifting systems across the owned fleet & review of 3rd party assets, ensuring operations are executed in accordance with applicable legislation, industry standards, and company management systems. The role provides technical leadership and operational oversight for crane and lifting activities, including maintenance planning, certification, audits, and lifecycle management of equipment. This function acts as the primary technical interface between vessel teams, operations, projects, and third-party contractors, coordinating resources, budgets, and technical support to meet operational and project requirements. It also supports new equipment builds, major modifications, and overhauls, while ensuring all activities are risk assessed and appropriately documented. In addition, the function is responsible for developing technical capability within the organisation by supporting the competence management and training of crane operators and technical personnel, managing direct reports, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives at both regional and global levels. |
| Main Responsibilities |
| • Overall responsibility for the supervision and control of crane and lifting operations, ensuring safe, reliable performance in full compliance with applicable legislation, company procedures, and recognised industry standards • Maintain a thorough understanding of industry guidance and regulatory requirements applicable to crane and lifting equipment and associated operations • Coordinate with Vessel Superintendents and, where required, the Vessel Operations team to identify, plan, and schedule technician and specialist support requirements • Support the preparation, control, and adherence to annual maintenance and capital expenditure budgets related to crane and lifting equipment • Prepare and contribute to technical and financial reports relating to the operation, performance, reliability, and maintenance of crane and lifting systems • Participate in weekly vessel meetings and attend additional operational or project meetings as required • Actively contribute to crane and lifting equipment audits, including initiating audits within the assigned area of responsibility where necessary • Ensure full compliance with the company management system • Maintain and control all documentation associated with the safe operation, certification, and reliability of crane and lifting equipment • Contribute to the specification, design review, and management of new equipment builds, major modifications, and significant overhauls as directed • Ensure all work scopes are appropriately risk assessed prior to execution • Carry out ad hoc vessel visits during port stays or alongside periods to verify equipment condition and confirm maintenance quality • Manage third-party contractors, ensuring their activities meet company standards and contractual requirements • Monitor and report on planned maintenance, inspection, and certification of crane and lifting equipment, ensuring alignment with statutory and company requirements • Support the development and competence management of crane operators and technical personnel in collaboration with the Crewing department • Provide specialist technical support to projects and other internal departments as required • Manage direct reports, promoting personal development, performance management, and capability growth within the team • Administer and review subcontracts within the assigned area of responsibility • Participate in relevant regional or global initiatives as required by management • Close out assigned technical items or action-tracking items within agreed timelines • Identify technical and site-based training requirements in line with the department training matrix |
| Authority |
| The role has the authority to direct, control, and suspend crane and lifting operations where safety, compliance, or equipment integrity may be compromised. It is authorised to enforce applicable legislation, company procedures, and industry standards related to crane and lifting activities. The function has authority to approve technical work scopes, maintenance strategies, and risk assessments within the defined area of responsibility, and to instruct corrective actions arising from audits, inspections, or non-conformances. It may engage, manage, and oversee third-party contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with company and contractual requirements. The role is authorised to provide technical guidance and recommendations on equipment selection, repair methodologies, modifications, and lifecycle management, and to influence budgetary and capital expenditure decisions related to crane and lifting systems. It also holds authority to assign tasks to direct reports, assess performance, identify training needs, and contribute to competence management decisions in coordination with relevant departments. |
| Responsibility |
| To Head of Marine & Technical Management |
| Accountability |
| • Accountable for the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of all crane and lifting systems within the assigned scope, ensuring adherence to applicable legislation, industry standards, and company management system requirements • Accountable for the effective planning, execution, and monitoring of crane and lifting equipment maintenance, certification, and audits, including timely close-out of findings, non-conformances, and technical actions • Accountable for providing accurate technical, operational, and financial input related to crane and lifting equipment performance, budgets, and lifecycle management, supporting informed management decision-making • Accountable for the technical competence, performance, and development of assigned personnel and contractors, ensuring resources are suitably qualified, trained, and aligned with operational and project requirements |
Category: Asset Department
Type: Full Time
Location: UAE
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