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BASIR SHAH

BASIR SHAH

Dammam,KSA

Summary

Accomplished Lifting & Rigging Supervisor with extensive expertise in heavy lift planning and execution, crane coordination, and safe rigging techniques. Demonstrates strong technical and operational skills, including load calculations, weight estimation, and rigging gear selection. Proficient in safety compliance with a robust understanding of ASME, OSHA, LOLER, and LEEA standards. Skilled in leadership and communication, effectively coordinating with riggers, crane operators, and site engineers to ensure workplace safety. Experienced in operating heavy lift cranes such as the Terex CC8800-1 crawler crane and Liebherr LR 1750 Crawler Crane. Committed to enhancing safety protocols and optimising lifting operations within high-risk environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Lifting Supervisor

SBJV-ASP-SAUDI ARABIA
08.2024 - 12.2025

Rigger Level-III & II

DESCON ENGINEERING LTD-ORPIC PLANT OMAN
10.2023 - 06.2024

Rigger Level-III & II

DESCON ENGINEERING PVT-LTD-PAKISTAN
04.2017 - 08.2022

Education

B.E - Electronics

Dawood University of Engineering & Technology
Karachi, Pakistan

Rigger Level 1, 2 & 3 -

SAS
Saudi Arabia

NEBOSH - IGC

QANMOS
Lahore, Pakistan

Skills

  • Lifting & Rigging Supervisor – Key Skills:
  • Technical & Operational Skills
  • Lifting and rigging supervision
  • Heavy lift planning and execution
  • Crane coordination (mobile, crawler, RT, tower)
  • Load calculations, weight estimation & center of gravity assessment
  • Rigging gear selection (slings, shackles, chain blocks, spreaders)
  • Safe rigging techniques & lifting procedures
  • Lifting plan preparation, review & implementation
  • Reading load charts, lifting drawings & site layouts
  • Critical lift and tandem lift supervision
  • Safe use of slings, shackles, hoists & lifting accessories
  • Signal communication & hand signal guidance
  • Equipment inspection, maintenance & certification checks
  • Safety & Compliance Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of ASME, OSHA, LOLER & LEEA standards
  • Permit-to-Work (PTW) compliance
  • Risk assessment & hazard identification (JSA/JHA)
  • Workplace safety compliance & monitoring
  • Safety audits, inspections & documentation
  • Accident investigation & incident reporting
  • Fire safety, emergency response & preparedness
  • Health & Safety Management Systems (HSE-MS)
  • Leadership & Communication Skills:
  • Conducting toolbox talks (TBT) and crew briefings
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Coordination with riggers, crane operators & site engineers
  • Ability to lead teams in high-risk lifting environments
  • Problem-solving and quick decision-making during critical operations
  • Work with heavy lift cranes:
  • GHHL – Terex CC8800-1 crawler crane, 1600 Ton (Boom length: 126 m)
  • XCMG – XCMG Crawler Crane 1000 Ton
  • XCMG – XCMG Crawler Crane 800 Ton
  • LIEBHERR – Liebherr LR 1750 Crawler Crane 750 Ton
  • TEREX / DEMAG – Demag CC 2800 Crawler Crane 600 Ton
  • LIEBHERR – LTM 1300 Mobile Crane 300 Ton, 250 Ton, & 130 Ton
  • LIEBHERR – LTM 1800 C Tower Crane 60 Ton
  • POTAIN – MR 418 Tower Crane 25 Ton
  • POTAIN – MDT 319 J Tower Crane 12 Ton
  • TEREX – Terex CTT 231-12 Gantry Crane 100 Ton

Languages

Languages Speaking Writing Reading Fluency
English Very Good Very Good Very Good Very Good
Arabic Good Very Good Very Good Good
Urdu Very Good Very Good Very Good Very Good
Pashtu Native Native Native

Timeline

Lifting Supervisor

SBJV-ASP-SAUDI ARABIA
08.2024 - 12.2025

Rigger Level-III & II

DESCON ENGINEERING LTD-ORPIC PLANT OMAN
10.2023 - 06.2024

Rigger Level-III & II

DESCON ENGINEERING PVT-LTD-PAKISTAN
04.2017 - 08.2022

B.E - Electronics

Dawood University of Engineering & Technology

Rigger Level 1, 2 & 3 -

SAS

NEBOSH - IGC

QANMOS
BASIR SHAH