Rigging Specialist – Lifting Plans & Heavy Equipment

EPSA Group; Turayf; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Attractive salary

Job summary

EPSA Group seeks a skilled Rigger to prepare, inspect, and select rigging gear for lifting operations in mining and heavy industry. You will guide crane operators, read lifting plans, and assist with heavy equipment installation and relocation on site.

Minimum 3 years in rigging, with certifications in rigging and working at heights, plus first aid or safety qualifications. Equal opportunity employer offering stability and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Recognized Rigger certification (Level I, II, or equivalent as per local regulations).
• Valid certification for slinging and signaling operations.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in rigging within mining, construction, or heavy industrial environments.
• Sound knowledge of lifting equipment, load calculation, and rigging techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret lifting plans and basic technical drawings.
• Experience in open-pit mining operations.
• Additional certification in Working at Heights.
• Familiarity with heavy mining equipment (e.g., dump trucks, excavators, drills, cranes).
• First Aid or safety-related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and inspect lifting gear including slings, shackles, chains, wire ropes, spreader bars, and lifting beams prior to use.
• Select appropriate rigging equipment based on load weight, configuration, and lifting requirements.
• Attach loads to cranes or lifting devices using safe and approved rigging techniques.
• Ensure proper load balance, stability, and secure fastening before lifting operations commence.
• Guide Crane Operators using standard hand signals and radio communication during lifting and positioning activities.
• Participate in equipment component removal and installation (engines, transmissions, hydraulic cylinders, structural parts, etc.).
• Interpret lifting plans, load charts, and rigging drawings as required.
• Assist in heavy equipment assembly, relocation, and major shutdown activities.
• Maintain rigging equipment registers and ensure defective gear is removed from service.

Skills

Rigging knowledge

Load calculations

Read technical drawings

Open-pit mining experience

Safety awareness

First aid

Signaling operations

Education

Rigger certification

Working at Heights certification

First Aid certification

Job description

EPSA Group seeks a skilled Rigger to prepare, inspect, and select rigging gear for lifting operations in mining and heavy industry. You will guide crane operators, read lifting plans, and assist with heavy equipment installation and relocation on site.

Minimum 3 years in rigging, with certifications in rigging and working at heights, plus first aid or safety qualifications. Equal opportunity employer offering stability and competitive pay.