Rigger

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Bristol is seeking an experienced Rigger to move and position heavy machinery within manufacturing environments. The role includes support for installation and decommissioning, requiring a valid CPCS Slinger/Signaller card and proven experience. Candidates should have a full UK driving license and the flexibility to travel nationwide with overnight stays when necessary. Competitive pay between £22-£23 per hour with additional benefits including holidays and a pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Accommodation for overnight stays

Qualifications

• Valid CPCS Slinger/Signaller card required.
• Proven experience in rigging environments.
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight.

Responsibilities

• Move and position heavy machinery safely.
• Support installation and decommissioning tasks.
• Liaise with site teams for lifting operations.

Skills

CPCS Slinger/Signaller card

Experience in machinery moving

Teamwork

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Forklift Licence

MEWP Licence

Job description

Position: Rigger

Location: Bristol

Rate: £22-£23 per hour (£57,000-£59,000 per annum)

My client is a long‑established Engineering Services company supporting clients across the UK within the pharmaceutical and food processing sectors. They are seeking an experienced Rigger / Machine Mover / Slinger Banksman to join their operations team based in Bristol, with occasional work at satellite sites across South Wales, the South West and the M4 corridor.

Rigger Job Overview

• Move and position heavy industrial machinery within manufacturing environments
• Support installation and decommissioning of production line equipment
• Operate forklifts (minimum 10‑tonne licence required)
• Perform slinging and banking duties in line with CPCS certification
• Work under supervision of a Foreman to meet client deadlines and site safety standards
• Liaise with site teams to plan and execute lifting operations
• Travel to company and client sites nationwide (overnight accommodation provided when necessary)

Rigger Job Requirements

• Valid CPCS Slinger/Signaller card
• Holding both or either a Forklift or MEWP licence would be advantageous
• Banksman/Slinger ticket essential
• Proven experience in machinery moving or rigging environments
• Full UK Driving Licence and own transport
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight as required
• Strong teamwork, reliability, and health & safety awareness

Salary & Benefits

• £22‑£23 per hour (depending on experience)
• 50 hours per week + overtime opportunities
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Accommodation provided for overnight stays

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.