Rigging Team Lead

TDA Telecoms; Leeds; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company is looking for an experienced Rigging Team Lead to manage and oversee rigging operations across the UK. The successful candidate will lead on-site teams, ensuring the safe installation of telecoms equipment and compliance with health and safety policies. Candidates should have demonstrable rigging experience in telecoms and hold essential certifications. This is a full-time role with a salary range of £58,000 - £65,000 and the opportunity for overtime. Flexibility for national travel is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience in rigging within telecoms.
• Ability to lead and manage teams effectively on-site.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage rigging operations across the UK.
• Enforce compliance with health and safety policies.
• Oversee technical delivery in line with client requirements.

Skills

Demonstrable experience in a Telecoms rigging environment

Proven experience as a 2nd Man or equivalent

Strong understanding of rigging specifications and standards

Clear UK Driving License

Flexibility to work away from home

Electrical and commissioning experience

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