Rigger at Minim and Tonye Nigeria Limited

Job Summary

• Carries out rigging activities in line with instructions given and in accordance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Performs rigging works in accordance with safety and quality requirements
• If certified to do so, carries out the construction of scaffolding structures in accordance with the instructions given by the Supervisor.
• Ensures rigging works are carried out according to the applicable rigging standards and best practices.
• Verifies that the equipment and materials are in good and safe operating conditions and reports any anomalies to the Deck/Rigging Foreman.
• Ensures coordination with the adjacent works to minimize coactivity and avoid unsafe conditions.
• Follows the Permit to Work procedure
• Ensure the housekeeping of the work locations
• During offshore or marine-related activities, assists the marine department during mooring operations as required.

Educational Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree
• In possession of a relevant trade certificate (Rigger/Subsea)
• Fluent both in spoken and written English.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Knowledge of the various types of rigging equipment (slings, bridles, shackles, etc.) and lifting equipment (cranes, tiffins, chain blocks, bridge cranes, etc.)
• Knowledge of various types of lifting methodologies, including the suitability of each method to specific operational needs.
• Knowledge of risks associated with lifting and associated mitigation techniques.
• Clear communication by radio and or using visual signals, using standardized methods.
• Knowledge of the main risks during the operation activities and safe working, and environmental protection procedures/practices and rules to be applied.
• Knowledge of adequate Personal Protective Equipment – purpose, use, and maintenance.
• Knowledge and correct use of the Permit to Work system.