Lifting Engineer at Nomac in Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Kablio

Role

Description

rigging studies

load calculations

equipment certification

method statements

safety training

site coordination

The Lifting Engineer’s main responsibility is to take full ownership of lifting assets and equipment, including accessories, and ensure their safe and efficient performance. In addition, the role includes verifying the safe operation of contractors’ lifting equipment, tools, and tackles in compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Coordinate with site teams for lifting operation, transportation, erection, and all site activities. Educate the competent persons on lifting procedures and relevant documentation and activities.
Attend client and company management meetings on and off-site regarding site rigging issues.
Responsible for certification and coding of lifting equipment and ensuring periodical renewal of certificates.
Conduct work safety awareness programs for company and contract subordinates.
Identify the necessary training required to implement safe rigging/lifting operations, support and encourage the practical application of competency-based development.
Monitor critical lifting operations to ensure that they are being carried out following the Rigging Study, established Method Statements, Lifting Plan, and risk assessment including revising and re-approval of any changes to the working documents.
On site Surface Preparation – ice blasting, coating and curing of Compressor parts (blades/vanes) with Aluminum Chromate coatings
Generator robotic inspections, rotor and stator rewinds
Undertake rigging studies, inclusive of crane requirements, loads calculation, interpretation of crane load charts, and technically evaluate all lifting plans and activities.
Development and implementation of a procedure for organizing lifting operations, considering the specifics of the company and the requirements of local legislation.
Responsible for assessment of critical lifting operations to ensure that planning, selection of cranes, experience with various crane types and lifting equipment and accessories, instruction, and supervision as necessary in place to enable the lifting task to be safely executed.
Organizing the process of performing the required certifications and inspections of lifting equipment and lifting devices used in the company.
Create and review relevant Method Statements, Lifting Plans, and Risk assessments. Work in line with company HSSE Policy, ensures site compliance including subcontractors are aware, and comply with HSSE procedures, rules, and regulations for Rigging/Lifting activity.
Provide technical expertise as required by the team.

Requirements

mechanical engineering

rigging

lifting

10+ years

lifting standards

self-motivated

Self-motivated, critical thinker, tenacious and curious

Minimum Experience

Degree holder in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Professional Qualification

Good communication and inter-personal skills

10 or more years of relevant experience in managing heavy lifting and rigging equipment in field service/maintenance within Energy sector rotating equipment.

Thorough knowledge of local and international standards for lifting activity

Ability to manage and work with people.

Demonstrate initiative in resolving both immediate and long-term outage issues regarding rigging and lifting systems and their practical implementation.

Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

GT / ST and Generator corrective maintenance and repairs on a standby basis

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2005

Year Founded

The company was established in 2005 as a subsidiary of ACWA Power.

Tens of GW

Power Management

Oversees tens of gigawatts of power generation capacity globally.

50 MW

Solar Capacity

Operates a significant solar PV station in Vietnam with a capacity of 50 MW.

10+ Countries

Geographic Reach

Maintains operations across over 10 countries worldwide.

Rapid expansion saw it evolve from a regional operator to a global O&M powerhouse.
Their typical projects range from combined‑cycle gas plants to large PV solar farms and reverse‑osmosis desalination facilities.
In South Africa they run a molten‑salt CSP plant, in Vietnam a solar PV station, and in Saudi Arabia multiple large desalination and power units.
Strong financial backing from ACWA Power ensures stable funding and long‑term project support.
Standout fact: they manage both the world’s largest MSF plants and cutting‑edge CSP and RO water projects under one roof.

Culture + Values

Safety First – Environment – Social Responsibility
Trust – Respect – Inclusive Teams – Integrity
Excellence – Accountability – Being Bold

Environment + Sustainability

95% Recycled Foam

Recycled Foam Usage

Achieves high recycling rates for processed foam in internal operations, contributing to a circular economy.

100% Recycled Corrugate

Packaging Recycling

Ensures zero-waste outcomes by fully recycling used corrugate materials.

100% Recycled Material

Sustainable Product Design

Employs entirely recycled materials in certain product designs to minimize environmental impact.

>40% Biodegradable

Biodegradable Foam Innovation

Developed NomaGreen, a biodegradable PE foam that breaks down significantly within 120 days as per ASTM standards.

Committed to ISO 50001-compliant Energy Management System, optimizing energy use and performance monitoring
Elimination of pallets in virtually all product packaging to reduce material usage
Signed agreement to recycle plant carbon ash with cement company, reducing waste

Inclusion & Diversity

18 Nationalities Globally

Employee diversity across the globe

The company has teams representing over 18 different nationalities worldwide, reflecting a commitment to global inclusion.

3.8/5 Diversity Rating

Glassdoor diversity score

The company has received a 3.8/5 diversity and inclusion rating on Glassdoor in the UAE, highlighting its efforts in fostering an inclusive workplace.

4.1/5 Culture Rating

Overall workplace culture score

Glassdoor UAE has awarded the company a 4.1/5 rating for its culture and values, reflecting a strong sense of community and shared purpose.

Teams comprise over 18 nationalities globally
Equal-opportunity employer, inclusive workplace with respect for local cultures
Employees supported via graduate/mentoring/leadership development programs (HIWPT, etc.)

Articles

Nomac Careers

Nomac Services

Role

Description

rigging studies

load calculations

equipment certification

method statements

safety training

site coordination

Coordinate with site teams for lifting operation, transportation, erection, and all site activities. Educate the competent persons on lifting procedures and relevant documentation and activities.
Attend client and company management meetings on and off-site regarding site rigging issues.
Responsible for certification and coding of lifting equipment and ensuring periodical renewal of certificates.
Conduct work safety awareness programs for company and contract subordinates.
Identify the necessary training required to implement safe rigging/lifting operations, support and encourage the practical application of competency-based development.
Monitor critical lifting operations to ensure that they are being carried out following the Rigging Study, established Method Statements, Lifting Plan, and risk assessment including revising and re-approval of any changes to the working documents.
On site Surface Preparation – ice blasting, coating and curing of Compressor parts (blades/vanes) with Aluminum Chromate coatings
Generator robotic inspections, rotor and stator rewinds
Undertake rigging studies, inclusive of crane requirements, loads calculation, interpretation of crane load charts, and technically evaluate all lifting plans and activities.
Development and implementation of a procedure for organizing lifting operations, considering the specifics of the company and the requirements of local legislation.
Responsible for assessment of critical lifting operations to ensure that planning, selection of cranes, experience with various crane types and lifting equipment and accessories, instruction, and supervision as necessary in place to enable the lifting task to be safely executed.
Organizing the process of performing the required certifications and inspections of lifting equipment and lifting devices used in the company.
Create and review relevant Method Statements, Lifting Plans, and Risk assessments. Work in line with company HSSE Policy, ensures site compliance including subcontractors are aware, and comply with HSSE procedures, rules, and regulations for Rigging/Lifting activity.
Provide technical expertise as required by the team.

Requirements

mechanical engineering

rigging

lifting

10+ years

lifting standards

self-motivated

Self-motivated, critical thinker, tenacious and curious

Minimum Experience

Degree holder in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent Professional Qualification

Good communication and inter-personal skills

10 or more years of relevant experience in managing heavy lifting and rigging equipment in field service/maintenance within Energy sector rotating equipment.

Thorough knowledge of local and international standards for lifting activity

Ability to manage and work with people.

Demonstrate initiative in resolving both immediate and long-term outage issues regarding rigging and lifting systems and their practical implementation.

Benefits

Minimum Qualifications

GT / ST and Generator corrective maintenance and repairs on a standby basis

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

2005

Year Founded

The company was established in 2005 as a subsidiary of ACWA Power.

Tens of GW

Power Management

Oversees tens of gigawatts of power generation capacity globally.

50 MW

Solar Capacity

Operates a significant solar PV station in Vietnam with a capacity of 50 MW.

10+ Countries

Geographic Reach

Maintains operations across over 10 countries worldwide.

Rapid expansion saw it evolve from a regional operator to a global O&M powerhouse.
Their typical projects range from combined‑cycle gas plants to large PV solar farms and reverse‑osmosis desalination facilities.
In South Africa they run a molten‑salt CSP plant, in Vietnam a solar PV station, and in Saudi Arabia multiple large desalination and power units.
Strong financial backing from ACWA Power ensures stable funding and long‑term project support.
Standout fact: they manage both the world’s largest MSF plants and cutting‑edge CSP and RO water projects under one roof.

Culture + Values

Safety First – Environment – Social Responsibility
Trust – Respect – Inclusive Teams – Integrity
Excellence – Accountability – Being Bold

Environment + Sustainability

95% Recycled Foam

Recycled Foam Usage

Achieves high recycling rates for processed foam in internal operations, contributing to a circular economy.

100% Recycled Corrugate

Packaging Recycling

Ensures zero-waste outcomes by fully recycling used corrugate materials.

100% Recycled Material

Sustainable Product Design

Employs entirely recycled materials in certain product designs to minimize environmental impact.

>40% Biodegradable

Biodegradable Foam Innovation

Developed NomaGreen, a biodegradable PE foam that breaks down significantly within 120 days as per ASTM standards.

Committed to ISO 50001-compliant Energy Management System, optimizing energy use and performance monitoring
Elimination of pallets in virtually all product packaging to reduce material usage
Signed agreement to recycle plant carbon ash with cement company, reducing waste

Inclusion & Diversity

18 Nationalities Globally

Employee diversity across the globe

The company has teams representing over 18 different nationalities worldwide, reflecting a commitment to global inclusion.

3.8/5 Diversity Rating

Glassdoor diversity score

The company has received a 3.8/5 diversity and inclusion rating on Glassdoor in the UAE, highlighting its efforts in fostering an inclusive workplace.

4.1/5 Culture Rating

Overall workplace culture score

Glassdoor UAE has awarded the company a 4.1/5 rating for its culture and values, reflecting a strong sense of community and shared purpose.

Teams comprise over 18 nationalities globally
Equal-opportunity employer, inclusive workplace with respect for local cultures
Employees supported via graduate/mentoring/leadership development programs (HIWPT, etc.)

Articles

Nomac Careers

Nomac Services