Rigging Team Lead

TDA Telecoms; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national telecommunications company is looking for a Rigging Team Lead to oversee operations across the UK. The role involves managing onsite teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and overseeing the rigging of telecommunications equipment. Candidates should have experience in telecom rigging, a clear UK driving license, and flexibility for national travel. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled professionals seeking a leadership position in a dynamic field.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a Telecoms rigging environment.
• Proven experience working as a 2nd Man or equivalent in telecoms installations.
• Strong understanding of rigging specifications across major networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage rigging teams on-site, ensuring safe installation of telecoms equipment.
• Enforce compliance with H&S policies and complete client documentation on time.
• Oversee cabling and rigging in line with client requirements.

Skills

Experience in a Telecoms rigging environment

Installation of telecoms antennas and feeders

Understanding of rigging specifications

Clear UK Driving License

Flexibility to work nationally

Job description

Job Title: Rigging Team Lead

Location: Nationwide

Salary: £58,000 - £65,000 on a 50 hour contract (Plus overtime)

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Rigging Team Leader to oversee and lead rigging operations across the UK.

Site Supervision & Operations

• Lead and manage rigging teams on‑site, overseeing safe installation of feeders, antennas, MHAs, and associated telecoms equipment.
• Ensure staff are correctly registered, compliant with site protocols, and all client handover documentation is completed on time.

Health & Safety

• Enforce compliance with RAMS, SSoW, and company H&S policies, ensuring PPE and equipment checks are carried out.
• Report all incidents, near misses, and non‑conformances promptly to QHSE.

Technical Delivery

• Oversee cabling, terminations, tray work, feeder testing, and rigging in line with drawings, scope, and client requirements.
• Ensure rigging vehicles are maintained, roadworthy, and incidents are reported to the transport department.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrable experience in a Telecoms rigging environment.
• Proven experience working as a 2nd Man or equivalent in the installation of telecoms antennas, feeders, MHAs, cabling, and associated steelwork.
• Strong understanding of rigging specifications and standards across major networks.
• Clear UK Driving License.
• Flexibility to work and stay away from home nationally as required.
• Electrical and commissioning experience (advantageous but not essential).

Essential Certifications

• Advanced Climber
• Working at Heights
• Rescue from Towers, Masts & Structures
• Rooftop Awareness / Safety
• Radio Frequency (RF) Awareness
• Emergency First Aid at Height
• Winch Training
• Asbestos Awareness

If you feel this is the position you are looking for, please do not hesitate to apply or contact me at Jack @tdatelecoms.com or call 0208 915 1007 for more details.

Jack Lintern

Delivery Lead

TDA Telecoms