Rigger — Industrial Lifting & Rigging Expert

Kirby Group; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking an experienced Rigger to join our team based in Ireland with travel to European project sites. You will plan, prepare and safely execute lifting and rigging operations across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential requirements include rigging experience in relevant environments, necessary certifications, and a willingness to travel, including overseas assignments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Rigger in industrial, construction, pharma, data centre or manufacturing environments.
• Relevant rigging certification or recognised lifting operations qualification.
• Strong understanding of lifting operations, load calculations and rigging safety.
• Full clean driving licence and Manual Handling certification.
• Willingness to travel for project requirements, including overseas.
• Flexible and adaptable for fabrication and assembly duties.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute safe lifting and rigging activities per site procedures.
• Inspect and prepare lifting equipment including chains, slings, shackles, lifting beams and rigging gear.
• Direct crane and lifting operations through hand signals and radio communication.
• Ensure all lifting activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of rigging equipment and report defects or damage.
• Read and interpret lifting plans, engineering drawings and site layouts.
• Assist with movement, positioning, installation and removal of heavy plant and machinery.
• Collaborate with crane operators, supervisors and site management.
• Maintain records of lifting equipment inspections when required.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and training.
• Travel to project sites across Ireland and occasionally Europe.

Skills

Rigging experience

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning abilities

Problem-solving

Willingness to travel

Education

Rigging certification or lifting operations qualification

Tools

MEWP certification

Teleporter certification

Forklift certification

Job description

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking an experienced Rigger to join our team based in Ireland with travel to European project sites. You will plan, prepare and safely execute lifting and rigging operations across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Essential requirements include rigging experience in relevant environments, necessary certifications, and a willingness to travel, including overseas assignments.