Riggers

Indu Holdings; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment handling company in Cape Town is seeking skilled professionals for crane operations. Responsibilities include planning work, lifting and moving materials using specialized techniques, and conducting maintenance inspections on lifting equipment. Effective communication and the ability to splice ropes are essential. The position also involves training engineering learners to ensure smooth operations and maximum plant availability.

Responsibilities

• Plan work by determining equipment requirements.
• Sling complex loads during crane operations.
• Install and secure steel wire ropes.
• Lift materials using various techniques.
• Conduct equipment maintenance and inspections.

Skills

Effective communication during crane operations

Splicing ropes and constructing nautical knots

Lifting and rigging techniques

Equipment maintenance and inspections

Job description

Overview

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 01/23/2026

Responsibilities

• Planning of the work to be conducted by determining the requirements for the equipment-, lifting and moving- and power equipment.
• Sling complex loads and communicate effectively during crane operations.
• Install steel wire ropes and secure ropes using thimbles and Crosby clamps.
• Splice ropes and construct nautical knots as required.
• Lifting and moving of material / equipment using different lifting and rigging techniques.
• Lifting equipment maintenance and inspections to be done on overhead cranes (limits, safety latches, rope guides, etc) and lifting equipment (lever hoist, turfors and chain blocks).
• On the job training of engineering learners as and when required.
• Ensure maximum plant availability through proper maintenance.
• Promote and maintain good housekeeping in area of responsibility.