Lifting Engineer at China Geo-Engineering Corporation

?A lifting engineer should be able to;

• Coordinate and be present to supervise all lifting activities in accordance with the lifting plan.
• Ensure that only registered and appointed crane operator, certified signaler 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 prior to the start of their work-shift.
• Brief all crane operators, riggers and signalmen on the safe lifting procedures in place
• Check the validity of lifting machine certificate by the Approved Person and maintenance inspection program.
• Ensure that safe lifting procedures are in order for any lifting operation.
• If unsafe conditions are reported, to 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.
• Attend daily tool box meeting with supervisors and workers for effective consultation, communication and coordination before the commencement of work.
• Ensure compliance to relevant government regulations and company’s quality, safety, health and environmental (QSHE) policies, practices and procedures at all times.

Required Skills or Experience

The skills required by a lift engineer include:

• Excellent knowledge of technical systems
• In-depth knowledge of mechanics
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and structural diagrams, plans and drawings
• Knowledge of lift maintenance equipment
• Precision, attention to detail and ability to work autonomously
• Good manual dexterity and practical intelligence
• Problem-solving skills
• To cooperate and communicate effectively with other workers, who may include engineers, surveyors or building managers.