1. Lourens Bam
No3, Bengeula Beach Estate, 1002 Otto Du Plessis Drive, Blouberg, Cape Town, 7441
Mob: +27725196525 Email: lourensbam25@gmail.com
PROFILE
An experienced and extensively qualified Rigging Supervisor with several years experience working on high profile
projects including OML130 AKPO Field, Deep Water Nigeria. Possesses demonstrable experience in carrying out
various duties pertaining to Rope Access and Rigging. Demonstrates the ability to maintain high and also safe working
standards in every aspect, working individually or as part of a team, and proficient in following operational
requirements closely. I have excellent knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, LOLER, PUWER and lifting
related Standards. I posses excellent computer, communication and organizational skills and I am competent in all
aspects of rigging and lifting and compiling high quality computerized lift plans for the use of portable lifting equipment
and mobile cranes
KEY SKILLS & EXPERTISE
• Health and Safety: Excellent appreciation of Health and Safety protocols and able to mitigate risk within the work
place through pro-active management and implementation of IRATA/Rigging disciplines. Exceptional experience
gained from all roles within career to date where each has demanded adherence to strict protocols.
• Credentials/Certs: Holds a range of credentials to support knowledge, professional development and skill set of
working in the Off-Shore sector. In possession of IRATA Level 3, OPITO Rigging 3, North Sea Lifting / NSL
Rigging and others.
• Communication: Commands exceptional people management skills and can effectively convey technical
information pertaining to a job in an easy to understand form.
• Leadership: Has excellent experience in delivering comprehensive leadership and on the job mentoring to staff in
each role undertaken. An effective Supervisor who leads from the front who is recognised by Senior Management
and colleagues alike for influencing performance teams. This has been demonstrated throughout current role as
Rigging Supervisor.
ACHEIVEMENTS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Recognised by colleagues, peers and management as responsible for successfully improving Rigging standards
amongst a squad of Riggers when working on the OML130 AKPO Field, Deep Water, Nigeria.
• Designated Rigging Supervisor who has successfully implemented high standards of performance and Health and
Safety on numerous Platforms. Considered as an advocate of Best Practice.
• Improved efficiency with regard to supervising on various projects including as an IRATA Level 3 Supervisor by
identifying overly complex/cumbersome methods and suggesting enhancements to the Focal Point, which were
subsequently implemented.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Relevant)
Feb 2013 – Present Entrepose
Rigging Supervisor (OML130 AKPO Field, Deep Water Nigeria) for 2 Year 8 months
Responsibilities:
• Monitor day-to-day Rigging activities; conduct regular inspections on activities to ensure that the work
environment is protected in accordance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Allocating work to Riggers based on current demands and creating a working environment orientated to trust,
performance and team work. Providing constructive feedback to support professional development and project
completion.
• Work within strict compliance of TOTAL platform procedures on all work related matters such as reporting any
issues pertaining to products and materials.
• Co-ordination of lifting activities and labour requirements, involved in the planning and execution of complex lifting
operations.
• Competently work from technical drawings ensuring that information is accurately relayed in accordance with
project objectives.

2. • Supervise Health & Safety activity and also to formulate and review Risk Assessments Method Statements and
Relied upon to prioritise safety of Rigging team in line with Occupational Health and Safety, LOLER, PUWER and
lifting related Standards.
• Play a pivotal role in the planning of full field shutdown 2014 and upcoming projects through liaising with
management.
2008 – 2012 Ropetec
IRATA L3 Supervisor (OML130 AKPO Field, Deep Water Nigeria) for 4 Years and 3 months
Responsibilities:
• Competently work from drawings and Lift Plans ensuring that information is accurately relayed in accordance with
project objectives.
• Ensure the effective co-ordination and implementation of Lift plans for Heavy and Critical lifts operations.
• Assume a Level 3 Team Leader role partaking in numerous tasks such as formulating rescue plans, giving Tool
Box Talks, signing off timesheets, supervising all Rope/Rigging at height.
• Reviewing and implementing quality control procedures through regular spot checking and providing constructive
feedback to Rope Access Technicians. Also required to formulate and deliver daily reports before updating Head
Office.
• Adhere to strict Health and Safety protocol when using industrial power tools as well as when using heavy lift
winches. Accountable for safety of all Rope Access equipment.
• Play a pivotal role in the planning of full field shutdown 2012 and upcoming projects through liaising with
management
May 2008 – Aug 2008 HSE/ Transocean
Team leader, Rope Access Integrity Management Technician (Drilling Ship Deepwater
Expedition) for 4 months
Responsibilities:
• Supervise and lead the inspection of inspection on SALA Lad-Safe & Safeglide systems on Derrick and Cranes.
• Carry/co-ordinate Rigging duties whilst working within a team covering all applicable heavy lifts including when
loading and unloading kit, tools and other equipment.
OVERVIEW OF EARLIER PROJECTS WORKED ON
Jan 2008 – Mar 2008 Ropetec, Kizomba “A” Off-Shore, Rope Access Maintenance and Inspection
2005 – 2007 Various companies in Africa, Middle East, South America & India, Rope Access
Technician, working on Drilling Platforms, FPSO`S, FSU`S, Semi-subs, Drill-ship, Tankers,
Topside works & PTW experience in life platforms
VESSELS WORKED ON
• All De Beers Marine Vessels
• Pride Brazilian
• Pride Carlos
• Pride South Seas
• Transocean Sedneth 701
• Terminal Palanca
• Pride Angola
• Girassol FPSO
• Dalia FPSO
• Kizomba TLP “A”
• MP GO Platform
• OSO Platform
• Transocean Deepwater Expedition
• Akpo FPSO
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Opito Rigging Stage 3
• Rope Access IRATA Level 3
• Rope Access RAFAA Level 3
• North Sea Lifting / NSL Rigging
• Lad-Saf & Safeglide
• Off-Shore Survival
• Off-Shore Medical
• Lift Planning
• Rigging Loft Management
• Equipment inspection Certification
• LECOP
• Banksman Slingers Course
• Breathing Apparatus Course
• Intervention Team
• Scaffolding Course
• Confined Space entry Course
• Manual Handling and lifting Course
• Advance First Aid Falck Nutec Int
RREFRENCES
Available on request