Rigger

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dubai is seeking a skilled Rigger to perform lifting operations for heavy construction materials in marine environments. The ideal candidate will have at least 3-5 years of experience and must hold a valid Rigger Certificate approved by Dubai Municipality. Responsibilities include assisting crane operators, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring safe work conditions. This is a full-time position with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Rigger in marine or heavy civil construction.
• Basic understanding of English to read safety signs and instructions.
• Adaptability to work in marine site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out rigging, slinging, and lifting of heavy construction materials.
• Assist crane operators with hand signals and communication during lifting.
• Inspect rigging equipment for safety before and after use.
• Support construction crew in marine installation projects.
• Comply with site rules and safety regulations.
• Assist in loading/unloading materials from trucks and barges.

Skills

Rigging & slinging techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-first approach

Physical fitness

Education

Valid Rigger Certificate (Level 1/2/3)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Carry out rigging slinging and lifting of heavy construction materials tubular piles sheet piles precast blocks and pontoons.
• Assist crane operators by giving proper hand signals and radio communication during lifting.
• Ensure correct load balancing securing and positioning before lifting and lowering.

• Inspect rigging equipment (slings chains hooks shackles spreader beams ropes) before and after use.
• Maintain rigging tools in good condition and report defects or damages to the supervisor.
• Follow HSE regulations and safe lifting practices at all times.

• Ensure work area is clear before lifting or lowering loads.
• Wear mandatory PPE (helmet safety shoes life jacket gloves harness).
• Stop unsafe operations and report hazards immediately.

• Assist in handling and positioning tubular piles for driving and sheet piles for quay walls and breakwaters.
• Support construction crew in jetty pontoon quay wall and floating structure installation.
• Secure loads for barge and pontoon transport.

• Work closely with site engineers supervisors and crane operators.
• Use standard rigging hand signals and communication methods.
• Follow instructions and work as part of a team in marine environments.

• Comply with site rules permit‑to‑work systems and method statements.
• Assist in loading/unloading of materials from trucks barges and pontoons.
• Carry out any additional duties assigned by the site supervisor or foreman.

Qualifications

• Minimum 35 years experience as a Rigger in marine or heavy civil construction in UAE.
• Must hold a valid Rigger Certificate (Level 1/2/3) approved by Dubai Municipality / DM / TUV / DNV / Third‑party.
• Basic understanding of English (reading safety signs instructions).

• Strong knowledge of rigging & slinging techniques.
• Teamwork and communication skills with crane operators and site crew.
• Ability to follow instructions and ensure safety‑first approach.
• Adaptability to work in marine site conditions (on barges pontoons jetties offshore platforms).
• Physical fitness and ability to work in offshore/marine environments.

Additional Information

Civil Infra structure is added value is mandatory

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time