Rigger & Scaffolder: Field Work, Heights & Irregular Hours

Trident; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident is seeking skilled riggers in New Zealand to assemble and repair rigging for construction, manufacturing, and stage productions. The role involves outdoor work at heights, coordinating with team members, and operating lifting equipment to move materials safely.

The position requires practical training to become a rigger, plus an Elevated Work Platform certificate and a valid driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement. Drug and alcohol testing is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Training is typically required to become a rigger.
• Elevated Work Platform certificate is preferred.
• A valid driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement is required.
• Drug and alcohol test clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning
• Coordinate installations or repairs with coworkers
• Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment
• Determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs
• Move materials, equipment, or supplies
• Dismantle heavy equipment or machinery
• Attach rigging to objects so they can be moved
• Align equipment or machinery
• Load materials or equipment
• Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order

Skills

Practical

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

Elevated Work Platform certificate

Driver licence with special-type vehicle endorsement

Drug and alcohol test clearance

Tools

Rigging equipment

Rope access gear

Job description

Trident is seeking skilled riggers in New Zealand to assemble and repair rigging for construction, manufacturing, and stage productions. The role involves outdoor work at heights, coordinating with team members, and operating lifting equipment to move materials safely.

The position requires practical training to become a rigger, plus an Elevated Work Platform certificate and a valid driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement. Drug and alcohol testing is mandatory.