Senior Instructor/Lifting Technical Advisor

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Aberdeen 

Job Type: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday - 0730-1600

 

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Instructor/Lifting Technical Advisor to deliver specialist lifting training and provide technical, operational and HSE advisory services across training centres, offshore locations and client sites.

This is a senior, dual-function role combining instructional delivery, engineering-based lift planning, offshore crane operations expertise and strong safety leadership. You will act as a subject matter expert (SME) in lifting operations, supporting both training excellence and real-world operational assurance.

Key Responsibilities Training & Instruction

• Deliver accredited and in-house lifting courses at training centres and client sites
• Lead delivery of Subsea Rigging & Lifting (Part 1) and Subsea & Marine Lifting Operations (Part 2)
• Deliver both classroom-based theory and practical training, including lift planning and rigging exercises
• Develop and continuously improve course materials aligned with industry best practice and operational experience
• Assess delegates and mentor instructors, supporting internal competency development

Technical Advisory & Assurance

• Provide technical support to clients, including lift planning review, verification and assurance
• Develop lifting procedures, engineering calculations and technical documentation
• Conduct audits of lifting equipment, operational procedures and competence systems
• Produce clear technical reports and recommendations
• Provide expertise in complex, dynamic and engineered lifting operations, including subsea and marine environments

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Act as a Health & Safety Advisor in lifting operations for both internal and client activities
• Develop and review risk assessments, method statements (RAMS) and safe systems of work
• Lead or support incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Conduct safety audits, site inspections and proactive interventions
• Ensure compliance with LOLER, PUWER, offshore regulations and industry best practice
• Promote a strong safety culture, including proactive intervention and “Stop the Job” principles

Offshore & Operational Support

• Provide offshore or site-based support as required, acting as Lifting Technical Authority/Advisor
• Support lift execution, crane operations, HAZIDs, toolbox talks and lifting risk reviews
• Apply offshore crane operator experience to validate lift plans and enhance training realism
• Intervene where unsafe acts or conditions are identified and provide corrective guidance

Minimum Competencies (Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours)

• Extensive experience in the lifting industry, including significant experience as an offshore crane operator
• Proven experience in subsea and marine lifting operations, including lift planning and engineering calculations
• Demonstrable experience as a Lifting Technical Authority / Advisor (within a subsea environment)
• Experience delivering training and developing course materials
• Strong knowledge of offshore and vessel-based lifting operations
• Experience in HSE advisory roles, including RAMS and safe systems of work
• Excellent communication, instructional and technical report writing skills

Minimum Qualifications:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (minimum)
• Instructional techniques qualification
• Competence Assessor qualification (SQA/OPITO or equivalent)
• Rigging & Lifting certification (e.g. NSL/EAL Level 3)
• Banksman/Slinger certification
• Full UK Driving Licence Desirable Qualifications/Competencies
• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Appointed Person / LOLER Competent Person
• LEEA or equivalent lifting equipment inspection qualification
• Offshore certification (e.g. BOSIET / FOET / HUET)
• Experience in marine, quayside or sea fastening operations

Desirable Qualifications/Competencies

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Appointed Person/LOLER Competent Person
• LEEA or equivalent lifting equipment inspection qualification
• Offshore certification (e.g. BOSIET/FOET/HUET)
• Experience in marine, quayside or sea fastening operations