Senior Rigging Specialist: Crane & Hoist Pro for Mining

DRD Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DRD Group is seeking experienced Riggers - Intermediate & Advanced to join our client for an immediate start on a paste plant project at a gold mine. You will support crane operators and ensure safe lifting and material location during construction.

Candidates should have proven rigging and hoisting skills, ability to estimate weights, select appropriate slings and shackles, and perform safety inspections in line with OHS requirements. A pre-employment medical and drug test is required.

Qualifications

• Estimate weights and evaluate center-of-gravity for rigging selections.
• Ability to erect cranes, winches and temporary platforms.
• Guide crane operators using standard hand signals or radios.
• Inspect rigging gear and enforce OH&S rules on site.
• Dismantle lifting gear safely after work.

Responsibilities

• Estimate weights and select slings, shackles and chains.
• Rigging and hoisting: erect cranes, winches and temporary platforms.
• Provide signals to crane operators during lifts.
• Inspect equipment for wear and damage; enforce OH&S standards.
• Dismantle lifting gear and temporary structures safely.

Skills

Weight estimation

Rigging & Hoisting

Signalling

Safety & Inspection

Dismantling

Job description

DRD Group is seeking experienced Riggers - Intermediate & Advanced to join our client for an immediate start on a paste plant project at a gold mine. You will support crane operators and ensure safe lifting and material location during construction.

Candidates should have proven rigging and hoisting skills, ability to estimate weights, select appropriate slings and shackles, and perform safety inspections in line with OHS requirements. A pre-employment medical and drug test is required.