Rigger – Heavy Lifting, Rigging & Load Safety

Apprise Consulting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UNI-SPAN HEIGHT SAFETY PTY LTD, the Australian entity of Uni-Span Group, is seeking skilled and qualified Riggers to join our team in NSW and QLD. You will assemble, install, operate and repair rigging gear to lift heavy materials and machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations on site.

This physically demanding role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience, deep knowledge of rigging equipment and load calculations, plus strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with operators

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years working experience as a Rigger or in the same field.
• In-depth knowledge of rigging equipment, machinery, and safety protocols.
• Ability to perform load calculations and lift heavy equipment under varying conditions.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and spatial awareness.
• Physically capable of long hours, heights and adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install rigging gears (cables, ropes, pulleys, winches) to move heavy loads.
• Operate and repair rigging equipment and hoists.
• Attach rigging gear to equipment and guide load movement with crew.
• Build and dismantle rigging gear and hoists.
• Use load-shifting equipment to lift, lower, move and secure objects.
• Maintain and repair rigging gear; record work orders and hazards.

Skills

Rigger experience

Rigging equipment knowledge

Safety protocols

Load calculations

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Job description

UNI-SPAN HEIGHT SAFETY PTY LTD, the Australian entity of Uni-Span Group, is seeking skilled and qualified Riggers to join our team in NSW and QLD. You will assemble, install, operate and repair rigging gear to lift heavy materials and machinery, ensuring compliance with safety regulations on site.

This physically demanding role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience, deep knowledge of rigging equipment and load calculations, plus strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with operators