Structural Steel Rigger: Safe Lifts & Precise Erection

Pact Steel; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora New Zealand is seeking an experienced Rigger to ensure the safe lifting, positioning and securing of steel structures during erection of fabricated buildings. This role requires a high level of rigging skill, strict safety adherence and effective teamwork to complete projects on time and to specification.

The Rigger will work closely with crane operators, assist in gear setup, and read erection drawings to follow instructions with precision.

Qualifications

• Rigging experience with safe erection of steel structures.
• Knowledge of rigging techniques and load calculations.
• Ability to read erection drawings and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform all rigging tasks for safe erection of steel structures.
• Secure loads using appropriate lifting equipment per load calculations.
• Coordinate with crane operators for safe lifting operations.
• Direct crane movements and ensure correct positioning of steel components.
• Set up lifting gear, hoists and other rigging equipment as required.
• Align and position structural steel members per drawings and specs.
• Bolt up and secure connections adhering to tolerances.
• Assist welding prep and maintain safe work areas.
• Use hand and power tools to assemble components safely.
• Follow health and safety procedures and site regulations.

Skills

Rigging experience

High-risk Work License - Rigging

Dogman ticket

Working at Heights

EWP license

Forklift license

On-site welding

Tools

Crane operations

Lifting gear setup

Marking plans reading

Job description

Jora New Zealand is seeking an experienced Rigger to ensure the safe lifting, positioning and securing of steel structures during erection of fabricated buildings. This role requires a high level of rigging skill, strict safety adherence and effective teamwork to complete projects on time and to specification.

The Rigger will work closely with crane operators, assist in gear setup, and read erection drawings to follow instructions with precision.