Rigger

Wood; Redcar; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Shutdown Rigger to support a planned outage in Wilton, Redcar on Teesside. This hands-on role requires proven rigging and lifting experience in fast-paced shutdown environments.

Candidates must be safety-focused, able to work in confined spaces and at height, and capable of delivering high-quality rigging on critical equipment within tight schedules.

Join a collaborative team and contribute to safe, efficient outage execution.

Qualifications

• Hands-on rigging and lifting experience in shutdowns.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces and at height.
• Proven track record delivering quality rigging on critical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality rigging and lifting construction as per project standards.
• Read and implement project requirements and procedures.
• Work safely to schedule during outages.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to manufacturer guidelines.

Skills

Rigging operations

Safety-focused

Shutdown experience

Job description

Job ID:30665
Position - Rigger
Location - Wilton, Redcar
Project -Shutdown
Duration - 3 Weeks
Start - 05 September 2026

Wood is seeking experienced Shutdown Pipe Welders to support a planned outage based onsite in Teesside.

This is a hands-on role suited to highly skilled Riggers with proven experience working within fast-paced shutdown environments, carrying out high-quality Rigging on critical equipment.

Candidates must be safety-focused, quality-driven, and comfortable working in demanding environments, including confined spaces and at height, while delivering work to tight shutdown schedules.

Purpose / Role

• To deliver a high quality, consistent and competent rigging / lifting construction service in accordance with Project Company requirements, standards and procedures whilst conforming to UK Regulations and Standards
• To support overall delivery of company goals and schedule
• To ensure all that all rigging / lifting activities are completed in a safe manner ensuring no detrimental impact to personnel, fabric or environment
• Demonstrable relevant experience in rigging & lifting operations

Key aims and objectives

• Read, understand and implement all applicable Project / Company requirements, standards and procedures and ensure thatall rigging / lifting activities are completed in compliance with the applicable National Regulations and Standards and to ahigh standard of safety
• Perform rigging / lifting duties as requested by the Project / Company, ensuring that all lifting equipment and accessories are utilised in accordance with the manufacturer's operating instructions and/or recommendations