Rigger

Sappi; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Market leading leave benefits

Job summary

Sappi is seeking a skilled Rigger to provide specialist rigging and inspection services on lifting equipment within the mill. You will ensure safe work practices, manage permits, and coordinate with engineers, foremen and production staff to scope and execute rigging tasks.

Required are a Grade 12/N3 with Maths and Physical Science, a recognised Rigger Trade Test, and at least 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in heavy engineering, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or N3 with Mathematics and Physical Science required.
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Rigger.
• Minimum 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe work environment by identifying and managing risks associated with the task.
• Report incidents and accidents immediately to the Foreman and participate in investigations.
• Take out work permits and perform JSA risk assessments per Sappi policy.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure correct PPE usage at all times.
• Obtain and maintain licenses for operating various mobile equipment across the mill.
• Liaise with plant engineers, foremen and production personnel to scope work and advise on rigging requirements.
• Assist with isolation processes when taking out work permits.
• Perform rigging tasks by assessing requirements and calculating safe lifting angles, radii and loads.
• Conduct legal inspections on lifting equipment, complete statutory registers, declare equipment fit or unfit.
• Drive mobile cranes and machinery when required.
• Support shift artisans with breakdown repairs and share knowledge across teams.
• Maintain clear communication with artisans and crane drivers during rigging operations.

Skills

Rigging

Safety compliance

Education

Grade 12 / N3 with Maths and Physical Science

Trade Test Certificate as a Rigger

Valid Driver's License

Job description

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We are on the lookout for a Rigger to provide a specialist service to the customer on rigging and inspection of lifting equipment on a daily basis and shift basis throughout the mill according to safe engineering standards.

As aRigger, you will be responsible for:

• Create a safe work environment by identifying and managing risks associated with the task to be performed.
• Report incidents and accidents immediately to the Foreman and participate in incident investigations as required.
• Take out work permits and perform Job Safety Analysis (JSA) risk assessments in accordance with Sappi policy.
• Maintain a high level of good housekeeping and ensure the correct selection and use of PPE at all times.
• Obtain and maintain the required licenses for operating various mobile equipment across the mill.

Work Scheduled & Planned Maintenance

• Liaise with plant engineers, foremen, and production personnel to scope work and advise on rigging requirements.
• Assist production personnel with the isolation process where required when taking out work permits.
• Perform specialised rigging tasks by assessing job requirements and calculating safe lifting angles, radii, and loads for lifting equipment and mobile cranes.
• Conduct legal inspections on lifting equipment, complete statutory registers, and declare equipment fit or unfit for use.
• Drive mobile cranes and machinery when required or in the absence of designated crane drivers.
• Support shift artisans with breakdown repairs and opportunity maintenance, actively sharing knowledge across teams.

Effective Communication

• Maintain clear communication with artisans and crane drivers during active rigging operations and lifting equipment maneuvers.
• Attend maintenance morning meetings and promptly report any plant defects, abnormalities, or safety risks to the Foreman.

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 or N3 qualification with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Recognized Trade Test Certificate as a Rigger.
• Minimum of 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Valid Driver's License.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.
• Opportunities to travel.
• Market leading leave benefits.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi isa leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.