Intermediate/Advanced Riggers

Current Opportunities; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Access to everyday discounts from Aust

Employee Assistance Program

First Aid and Mental First Aid Support

Ongoing rewards & recognition programs

Job summary

The Duratec group of Companies is expanding its Northwest division, conducting boilermaking and welding duties on multiple projects across the Pilbara region. The role is FIFO from Perth Airport with a casual flat rate of $65 per hour.

You will inspect, select and install rigging gear, plan lifts, direct crane operators, and ensure safety compliance on site. We offer weekly pay, employee assistance, and ongoing rewards as part of a diverse team committed to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years experience in the mining industry.
• High Risk Work Licence (Rigging) required.
• Police Check or ability to obtain one.
• White card held by applicant.
• Proactive mindset with strong safety standards and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, select, and install rigging gear and lifting equipment.
• Plan and execute safe lifting and load movement operations.
• Attach loads using slings, chains, shackles, spreader bars, and other lifting devices.
• Direct crane operators and doggers during lifting activities.
• Assemble and dismantle structural steel, conveyors, pipes, and mining plant equipment.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and ensure lifting gear is maintained and compliant.
• Work in accordance with site safety procedures, permits, and Australian standards.

Skills

Rigging gear

Lifting operations

Crane supervision

Safe lifting planning

Teamwork

Education

High Risk Work Licence (Rigging: Intermediate or Advanced)

Police Check or ability to obtain

White card

Job description

• $65 per hour, casual flat rate
• Ongoing shutdown work across the Pilbara
• FIFO from Perth Airport

Join our vastly diverse Northwest division, conducting boilermaking and welding duties on multiple projects across the Pilbara Region.

THE ROLE

• Inspect, select, and install rigging gear and lifting equipment.
• Plan and execute safe lifting and load movement operations.
• Attach loads using slings, chains, shackles, spreader bars, and other lifting devices.
• Direct crane operators and doggers during lifting activities.
• Assemble and dismantle structural steel, conveyors, pipes, and mining plant equipment.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and ensure lifting gear is maintained and compliant.
• Work in accordance with site safety procedures, permits, and Australian standards.

ABOUT YOU

• High Risk Work Licence (Rigging: Intermediate or Advanced)
• Happy to assist other trades on a regular basis
• Minimum of 2-3 years experience in the mining industry
• Police Check (or ability to obtain one)
• White card
• Proactive, teamwork skills, and high safety standards

THE BENEFITS

• Weekly pay
• Access to everyday discounts from Australia’s leading retailers with Flare
• Employee Assistance Program
• First Aid and Mental First Aid Support Officers available
• Ongoing rewards & recognition programs

ABOUT US

The Duratec group of Companies is an ASX listed, solutions–driven business specialising in the protection, remediation, and enhancement of steel and concrete structures. We provide whole-of -life engineering, construction, and maintenance services with a Company focus on sustainably extending the life of the built environment. We’ve been around since 2010 giving us solid foundations and we’re currently on an exciting trajectory of growth.

Operating across Australia we work on projects in Defence, mining, energy, marine, infrastructure, and building and facades. Our reputation for collaboration and successful project delivery has resulted in Australia-wide expansion of the business and we’re dedicated to forming new branches across Australasia.

We have a workforce of approximately 1,200 people across 19 locations spanning every State and Territory in Australia. We have an exciting future ahead and it’s a great time to join the team!

We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage the employment of people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTI and other diversity groups.

Want to know more? Check out our website or LinkedIn for more information.

Advertised: 02 Sep 2026 W. Australia Standard Time