Rigger - Southampton

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge provided

Travel paid

Job summary

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics is seeking experienced Rigger / Erectors to join maintenance teams. The role involves 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with overtime. Pay is in line with the NAECI agreement, with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

A valid Full UK Driving Licence is required. Key duties include carrying out lifting, rigging, and steel erection safely, interpreting drawings, and supervising crane operators.

Qualifications

• General secondary education or equivalent.
• Experience in lifting, rigging and structural steel erection in heavy industrial environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and lifting plans.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lifting, rigging and erection activities safely per plans.
• Direct crane operators and lifting teams during operations.
• Prepare and maintain safe working areas before, during and after lifting.
• Inspect lifting equipment and assess lifting requirements.
• Ensure compliance with permit-to-work systems where authorised.
• Provide guidance to trainees and less experienced rigging personnel.
• Maintain safety, quality and workmanship standards.

Skills

Rigging

Lifting operations

Safety awareness

Reading drawings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Erecting or Moving Loads

ACE Card or equivalent

Tools

Overhead Cranes

Polar Cranes

Job description

Altrad are currently looking for experienced Rigger / Erectors to join the team on Maintenance.

This role will involve working 38 hours per week, Mon - Fri & OT as and when required.

The position is paid in line with NAECI agreement, with lodge and travel paid where applicable.

The successful candidate must hold a valid Full UK Driving licence.

Key Deliverables

• Carry out lifting, rigging and erection activities safely and in accordance with approved procedures and lifting plans.
• Execute lifting operations under the direction of the Appointed Person (AP) and in compliance with site requirements.
• Perform structural steel erection, alignment and installation activities.
• Interpret general arrangement, isometric and lifting drawings to determine work requirements.
• Inspect items to be lifted, assess lifting requirements and select appropriate lifting equipment and accessories.
• Attach and secure slings, chains, shackles and lifting equipment in accordance with lifting plans and industry best practice.
• Direct crane operators and lifting teams during lifting and positioning activities.
• Prepare and maintain safe working areas before, during and after lifting operations.
• Monitor lifting activities and report any defects, hazards or deviations from approved procedures.
• Act as a Permit Acceptor and ensure compliance with site permit-to-work systems where authorised.
• Ensure Critical Task procedures are followed for high-risk lifting and rigging activities.
• Maintain lifting equipment registers and support inspection and compliance requirements.
• Carry out associated activities including flame cutting, equipment preparation and installation support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and reporting issues, defects and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide guidance and support to trainees and less experienced rigging personnel.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety, quality and workmanship at all times.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineers, clients, subcontractors and regulatory representatives.
• Strong teamwork skills with a respectful and professional approach.
• Adaptable and responsive to changing project requirements.
• Ability to identify hazards and proactively manage risks.
• Reliable and efficient in delivering work to required standards and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures and lifting operation requirements.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions within authorised responsibilities.
• Demonstrates a strong safety-first mindset and commitment to compliance.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• General secondary education or equivalent.
• Completed a recognised apprenticeship in Erecting, Rigging, Moving Loads or a related trade.
• NVQ Level 3, ACE Card or equivalent qualification in Erecting or Moving Loads.
• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport or equivalent site-required safety certification.
• Demonstrable experience in lifting, rigging and structural steel erection activities within heavy industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of lift categories, lifting operations and execution methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, lifting plans and technical specifications.
• Sound knowledge of lifting equipment, rigging techniques and industry best practices.
• Experience planning and executing complex lifting operations.
• Critical task training and site-specific authorisations as required by the project.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Desirable Qualifications / Experience

• Appointed Person (AP) certification.
• Experience operating overhead cranes, polar cranes or similar lifting equipment.
• Experience within the oil & gas, petrochemical, thermal power generation or nuclear sectors.