Dogman/Rigger

Franklin Smith Group; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Smith Group in Blenheim, South Island, is seeking a skilled Rigger/Dogman to support our crane requirements on construction sites. You will manage and direct loads with crane operators and perform general labouring duties as needed.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years in commercial construction, holds a dogman ticket and a Level 1 TC ticket, a Site Safe Passport, a full driver’s license, and a strong health & safety focus. Pre-employment screening is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in commercial construction.
• Experience directing crane/hoist operators in load movements.
• Full driver’s license and ability to pass pre-employment checks.
• Current dogman ticket and Level 1 TC ticket.
• Site Safe Passport and good physical fitness.

Responsibilities

• Direct loads with crane operators on construction sites.
• Perform general labouring duties as required.
• Maintain safety and quality on site.
• Pass pre-employment medical and drug screening.
• Read crane rating charts and data.

Skills

Rigger/Dogman experience

Crane load directing

Health & safety focus

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Education

Dogman ticket

Level 1 TC ticket

Site Safe Passport

Tools

Crane rating charts

Reading technical data

Job description

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Franklin Smith Group – Blenheim, South Island

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Rigger / Dogman to come and join our team.

The role is primarily to carry out dogman/rigging work in support of our crane requirements and carry out general labouring duties on various construction sites as required.

The successful applicant will be required to manage and direct loads in conjunction with the mobile and crawler crane operators.

To successfully apply for this position, you will need:

• Previous experience working in Commercial Construction –a minimum of 2 years
• Previous experience with directing a crane or hoist operator in the movement of loads.
• A good understanding of preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing
• Knowledge of road transport and requirements
• Commitment to improving performance in product quality and safety
• A full driver's license
• A current dogman ticket
  • Unit Standard 3789: Sling regular loads and communicate during crane operations
• A current level 1 TC ticket
• A current Site Safe Passport
• A good level of physical fitness
• A positive attitude with proven record of performing well in a team
• A strong health & safety focus
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug screening

Our ideal candidate also has their HT licences and/or a pilot licence. He/she will have a cooperative friendly manner and get on well with others, while also being competent in reading and understanding technical data and crane rating charts. Experience on a variety of machines would be an advantage, (All-Terrain, Truck Mount, Pick and Carry, Self-Loading, Crawler and Tower types).

Franklin Smith offer flexibility, on-going projects, reasonable rates and we'll pay you every week- no need to chase people for money.

Our team is dedicated to ensuring we find you a good job in a safe, healthy workplace. Additionally, there is potential for full-time permanent contracts with our clients directly.

Please be aware that pre-employment screening will be carried out so you must be able to provide at least two construction related references, pass a drug screen and a criminal check.