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Manufacturing & ProductionISCO 7215

Rigging supervisor

A rigging supervisor is a person who supervises the rigging work on a site, manages the workers who operate the lifting equipment and the rigging, coordinates what they do, and organises the daily work. The subject of the role is loads: what is being lifted, with what, from where, and over whom.

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provide rigging plans

direct rigging equipment operators

evaluate employees work

interpret 3D plans

use measurement instruments

About rigging supervisor

Lifting is calculated rather than estimated. The supervisor works from the crane load charts, which state what a given machine may lift at a given radius and configuration, and from mechanics, and interprets two-dimensional plans to establish where a load can be set down and what the ground beneath the crane will carry. Rigging terminology is a working skill here.

The crew is directed rather than merely scheduled. The supervisor directs the drilling equipment operators, understands the instructions relating to the drilling work the lifts serve, and organises the day, deciding the order in which the lifts are carried out.

Response time is part of the role. The supervisor reacts to events in a short time and works ergonomically. Reacting in time means monitoring the situation, anticipating events and being ready to act quickly.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (14)

rigging terminologyrigging terminologyTerms for lifting equipment, lifting accessories, slings, shackles, wires, ropes, chains, cables and nets.crane load chartscrane load chartsCrane load charts detail the features of the crane and how its lift capacity varies depending on distance and angle.mechanicsmechanicsTheoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.provide rigging plansprovide rigging plansProvide rigging and lifting plans; accept and support project supplied lifting plans. This plan includes information regarding the rigging equipment used, weight of the lift, crane capacity, atmospher...direct rigging equipment operatorsdirect rigging equipment operatorsProvide guidance to rigging equipment operator; provide assistance during setting up and removing rigging equipment.work ergonomicallywork ergonomicallyApply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.evaluate employees workevaluate employees workEvaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques and check ...interpret 3D plansinterpret 3D plansInterpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in three dimensions.use measurement instrumentsuse measurement instrumentsUse different measurement instruments depending on the property to be measured. Utilise various instruments to measure length, area, volume, speed, energy, force, and others.understand rigging work ordersunderstand rigging work ordersRead work orders, work permits and safety instruction to determine nature and location of work, job instructions, safety requirements, hazard information and evacuation plan.react to events in time-critical environmentsreact to events in time-critical environmentsMonitor the situation around you and anticipate. Be ready to take quick and appropriate action in case of unexpected events.plan scheduleplan scheduleDevelop the schedule including procedures, appointments and working hours.interpret 2D plansinterpret 2D plansInterpret and understand plans and drawings in manufacturing processes which include representations in two dimensions.follow safety procedures when working at heightsfollow safety procedures when working at heightsTake necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures...
Optional (8) — show
electricityelectricityThe principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.rig loadsrig loadsSafely attach loads to different types of hooks and attachments, taking into account the weight of the load, the power available to move it, static and dynamic tolerances of all instruments and materi...use remote control equipmentuse remote control equipmentUse a remote control to operate equipment. Watch the equipment closely while operating, and use any sensors or cameras to guide your actions.transport drilling rigstransport drilling rigsMove and relocate drilling rigs from one site to another with a specialised transportation truck.keep personal administrationkeep personal administrationFile and organise personal administration documents comprehensively.set up drilling rigsset up drilling rigsBuild up the drilling rig and prepare it for use after selecting an appropriate drilling location. Dismantle the drilling rig after the operations have finished.move rigging equipmentmove rigging equipmentTransport rigging materials and equipment to work locations. Set up work site.train employeestrain employeesLead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the perform...

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Frequently asked questions

What does a rigging supervisor do?

Rigging supervisors oversee rigging operations. They manage and coordinate employees who operate lifting and rigging equipment. They organise the day-to-day working activities.

What skills does a rigging supervisor need?

A rigging supervisor needs 14 essential skills, including rigging terminology, crane load charts, mechanics, provide rigging plans, direct rigging equipment operators.

Will AI replace rigging supervisor jobs?

The AI disruption score for rigging supervisor is 29/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: rigging terminology, keep personal administration, plan schedule. Most resilient: electricity, transport drilling rigs, react to events in time-critical environments.

Quick Facts

SectorManufacturing & Production
ISCO GroupMetal, machinery and related trades workers
Essential Skills14

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