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I was a brand-new, green-eyed roughneck. Fresh off the boat, so to speak. New to the floor and new to the game. A toolpusher by the name of Doug, or as he would be known as BFR - Big Fat Ranga. Every day, BFR would relieve the Driller and every day, BFR would give me shit He used to refer to me as his "little bit of fluff." He'd even ask me to "come sit on Daddy's lap" as I would walk past the office on my way to eat. Now, I was more than willing to oblige; after all, I was fresh out off the boat. I had a feeling BFR was going to feel uncomfortable long before me. So, from being dubbed BFR's "little bit of fluff," the nickname. "Fluffy", was born, and it stuck to me like gum to a shoe. 3 different rigs. From Australia to West Africa, and all over the world. I have been "Fluffy." I am convinced people don’t know my name is Justin. Why is your nickname important? - Identity and Expression - Relationships and Bonding - Simplicity and Ease - Memorability - Differentiation A big part of being on a rig is acceptance within the team. Building strong relationships with your peers is critical to building a strong team. You are your name, your name will follow you around the world. Your success in this game is directly linked to your ability to be memorable Embrace your nickname. Don’t shy away from it. Just remember. Your nickname is not self imposed. It is given to you. TLDR; Nicknames are given to you Mine was given to me by BFR My nickname is "Fluffy" Embrace yours What is your nickname? Comment ⤵

Ever wonder about the various types of riggers? From basic riggers to bull riggers, there are a lot of rigging terms used in the lifting industry. Senior Instructor Larry Kime breaks down the various types of rigging, roles & responsibilities, and compliance requirements: https://hubs.la/Q02PjHKq0 Learn more about what it takes to become a rigger here: https://hubs.la/Q02PjTT30

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What is Rigging? People always ask and are curious as to what a Rigger or Rigging is. A true definition would be a skilled person knowledgeable in the lifting, hoisting, loading, transport, assembly, aligning, and placement of large equipment, and objects. In the world of heavy equipment and machinery relocation, the role of a rigger is paramount. Rigging is a specialized practice that involves the safe and strategic movement of machinery, equipment, and tools from one location to another. At Eagle Rigging, we understand that rigging is a fine art that demands expertise, precision, and an array of specialized equipment. Check out this blog post for more information! https://lnkd.in/dWibsnQg #MachineryMoving #HeavyEquipmentMoving #EagleRigging

In the world of lifting operations, maintaining high standards is not just a matter of compliance; it's a crucial aspect of ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability. Every operation demands a meticulous approach to prevent accidents, protect lives, and safeguard assets. This responsibility rests heavily on the shoulders of our riggers, who must possess not only technical skills but also significant experience and sound judgment. Recently, a very well-known company introduced a new tiered rigger system (Rigger 1, 2, and 3). While the intention behind this restructuring might be to streamline operations and create clear pathways for professional development, it has unfortunately led to a concerning trend: a notable portion of these positions are now being filled by individuals with insufficient experience. Experience in lifting operations cannot be underestimated. It's what enables riggers to foresee potential issues, make quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations, and ensure that every lift is executed flawlessly. When we dilute this experience by filling critical roles with less seasoned personnel, we compromise the very standards that keep our operations safe. It's essential for companies, especially industry leaders, to prioritize comprehensive training and ensure that individuals in these pivotal roles have the requisite hands-on experience. Only by doing so can we uphold the standards that protect our workforce and maintain the integrity of our operations. Let's continue to advocate for high standards and push for changes that truly enhance the skills and safety of our teams. #LiftingOperations #SafetyFirst #IndustryStandards #RiggingSafety #ProfessionalDevelopment ---

Dear LinkedIn Family, Alhamdulillah i've been blessed to have opportunity to work abroad in several countries. One moment that stucked in my mind is when someone told me why did you do that? (I was eating dinner together with my team on the floor before) You are their senior management, they're just riggers/technicians! Like some of my subordinates are not on the same level with me.I just smiled to them, i treat them respectfully not because of who they are, but who i am & went away! In every part of the world i guess we will meet this kind of behavior, a person who will only measure others by their title. Moreover in the work environment. My principal has always been that we are just an employee/worker of certain company. I happened to be (at the time) your manager, & you happen to be our rigger/technicians. No difference between us, we work our duty at our best & deliver. plain & simple! "Instant success builds ego,gradual success builds character" The advantage of building a career from the bottom up as an engineer gradually all the way up had given me such a remarkable experience of how tough it was working in the field. Extreme condition, dynamic situation, & the pressure from so many bosses to deliver at such minimum time tight target.This brought me a deep appreciation to the efforts have been put into the equation for every results but more importantly sense of logic of how & when the deliverables can be delivered. Because i have been there my selves,i know when the target is realistic & when it is coming out of the thin air! Thus,once you became the manager or upper management you might be,you will be having that balance between accommodating the target from the customer yet at the same time maintain composure of your team spirit. Don't be a yes man for an unrealistic target, confront with data yet do it diplomatically. It has been coupled times, i argued with customer. But believe me, a lion will notice a lion. When you explain it properly, they will understand. However there will be times also you just need to be silence. One time a customer demanded site to be on air, just requested that day. As per the process it will take 2-3 days(material request, delivery, MDT approval, team assignment, etc). He insisted to be on air same day that afternoon, while the site also in the Furthest rural area. Well i didn't answer, just left him with silence. ("My silence doesn't mean i agree with you, it means your level of ignorance rendered me speechless"). You guys might wonder what happen next ?He couldn't go through me so he complained directly to 2 level of my upper superior demanded the same. The result after so many drama and escalation, site went up after 2 days Afterall as per process! LoL Doesn't matter your position is, ur title is, You have to be respectful & follow the process. I didn't say Degree is just a piece of paper, but real education will be seen on your behavior! Pic with my team in KSA #Respect #Logic #PM

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Rigger Level 1- Salary 2500Qar???? Very Low!!!! Very Humble request to all recruiters, Please please don't bring salary to such a down level to which a Rigger-1 is not deserves. This is totally unprofessional requiting. Rigging is Backbone to all construction and maintenance field. Moreover, Rigging is too danger and critical task, in which Rigger can loose his life also.... So, Please understand the importance of a Rigger and his levels. (Please read carefully, this is not a advertisement). I am just putting my thought on this wall.

In April, this year, I achieved my first decade in the Drilling Industry, Offshore. What has been an undulating journey of emotion so far, I began my career as a greenhand Roustabout on the Ensco 92. I then progressed to Roughneck on that same rig, gaining some very valuable knowledge and gaining a lot of good experience on a manual work horse. After 5 years on the Ensco 92 I requested a transfer to a newer rig, preferably one that was drilling. To my astonishment, I managed to land myself on the brand new Super A Class Jack Up, Ensco 123, which was coming straight from Singapore to the UK. Joining the rig as a Roughneck, I managed to progress to Derrickman and eventually Assistant Driller, and here we are today! In the last 10 years I have met and worked with some fantastic individuals who have manged to assist me in being a better colleague and team member. Here are a few points I've learnt in the last 10 years. 1. Time is the most important commodity you have - In a decade I have sacrificed half of this time on a rig. I've missed Christmas with my family 6 times along with many birthdays, anniversaries, family events and even funerals of relatives. 2. No one knows everything - Nobody in any career or job knows it all, in fact most are winging it, but having the integrity to speak up and ask questions is key. if you don't know, you don't know. You don't inherit knowledge it must be taught. So ask the question and maybe other people can learn with you. 3. Have a sense of humour - Working Offshore in the North Sea is far from glamorous. It can be a high pressure and sometimes hostile environment that can break you down. So having a team that get on well, have a laugh and complete the tasks ahead is paramount. If you don't laugh, you will cry! There are many more learnings from my time Offshore, but these few resonate deepest. Does anyone have any other good learnings? I'm all ears 👂