Structural Riggers

Pearl Recruitment Group; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearl Recruitment Group is seeking experienced Structural Riggers for FIFO assignments on major mining and industrial projects across Western Australia.

This hands-on role involves rigging, positioning and installing structural steel, equipment and components. You will collaborate with crane crews, trades and supervisors to perform lifts safely per site procedures and lift plans.

Qualifications

• Rigging and positioning structural steel, beams and heavy components.
• Slinging and securing loads for crane operations.
• Inspecting chains, slings, shackles and other lifting gear.

Responsibilities

• Rigging and positioning structural steel, beams and heavy components.
• Slinging and securing loads for crane operations.
• Inspecting lifting gear and planning lifts with crane crews.
• Assisting crane operators with safe lifting and positioning of materials.
• Working from elevated platforms when required.
• Maintaining a clean, safe work area and following site safety rules.

Skills

Rigging

Slinging

Crane coordination

Tools

EWP - JLG 800AJ

WAH - Working at Heights

25t Franna

Tadano GR-800EX

Job description

14th October, 2026

Pearl Recruitment is currently seeking experienced Structural Riggers to join a FIFO project team working on major mining and industrial projects across WA.

This is a hands-on role involving the rigging, positioning and installation of structural steel, mechanical equipment and associated components. You will work closely with crane crews, trades and supervisors to safely complete lifting and installation activities in accordance with site procedures and lift plans.

Project Details:

• Position: 4 x Structural Riggers (Intermediate/Advanced)
• Location: BCI Salt Wash - Mardie
• Mobilisation: FIFO to Karratha, followed by a 1.5-hour drive to Mardie
• Roster: 2:1 roster for 3 swings
• Shifts: 12 Hour Day Shift
• Commence: Immediate Start
• Rate: $60 p/hr (flat rate)

Certifications / Requirements:

• EWP - JLG 800AJ (Essential)
• Working at Heights (WAH) - Current and valid (Essential)
• 25t Franna (Highly desirable)
• Tadano GR-800EX (Highly desirable)

Key Responsibilities:

• Rigging and positioning structural steel, beams, frames and heavy components
• Slinging and securing loads for crane and lifting operations
• Selecting and inspecting chains, slings, shackles and other lifting equipment
• Assisting crane operators with safe lifting and positioning of materials
• Using chain blocks, lever hoists, come-alongs and other lifting equipment
• Working from EWP and elevated work platforms when required
• Assisting with the installation of mechanical equipment, pipework and plant
• Guiding and positioning loads into place using tag lines and hand signals.
• Working closely with crane crews, boilermakers, fitters and other trades
• Maintaining a safe and tidy work area
• Following all site safety and environmental requirements