SME Mechanical Lifting

Subject Matter Expert – Mechanical Lifting & DROPS

Location: Maturín, Venezuela

Role Purpose

The Mechanical Lifting & DROPS Subject Matter Expert is the project authority for the safe planning, execution, and continuous improvement of Mechanical Lifting and Dropped Objects Prevention (DROPS) activities. The role ensures compliance with SLB standards, client requirements, and regulatory expectations across all project locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, review, and approval of Mechanical Lifting Plans (MLPs) and critical lifting operations.
• Supervise non-routine, critical, and complex lifts, including rig mobilizations, rig moves, skidding, and demobilization activities.
• Verify lifting risk assessments, JSAs, and Pre-Job Safety Meetings are completed and effective.
• Maintain oversight of lifting equipment inspections, certifications, registers, and compliance requirements.
• Conduct audits, inspections, and assessments of lifting operations and contractor performance.
• Lead or participate in investigations of lifting-related incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Assess, coach, and verify competency of lifting personnel, including Crane Operators, Riggers, Banksmen, and Lifting Supervisors.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the project's DROPS program.
• Act as the primary interface with the client's Lifting Authority.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technical Degree, or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Mechanical Lifting supervision or SME roles within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience in multi-contractor drilling environments and critical lifting operations.
• Previous involvement in DROPS program implementation and audits.

Languages

• Fluent English and Spanish (mandatory).

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

SLB ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo. Los Solicitantes son considerados sin distincion de raza, color, religion, sexo, orientacion sexual, identidad de genero, origen nacional, edad, discapacidad u otras características protegidas por la ley.

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