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Job Title: Rigger
Location: Braintree, Essex
Employment Type: Long term Contract (6 months)
Salary: £30PH - NO DIGS
IMMEDIATE STARTS AVAILABLE
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and safety-conscious Rigger to join our team on a 6-month contract in Braintree for a high security site. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, inspecting, and dismantling rigging equipment to safely lift, move, and position heavy loads for construction projects. This role requires a strong understanding of rigging techniques, safety protocols, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in dynamic environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely set up and operate rigging equipment, including ropes, cables, pulleys, and winches, to lift and move materials and equipment.
- Inspect and assess rigging gear and machinery to ensure proper function and safety compliance.
- Collaborate with crane operators, site supervisors, and other team members to plan and execute lifting and moving operations.
- Conduct pre-operation safety checks, including load assessments and stability calculations.
- Dismantle and store rigging equipment after job completion and maintain accurate equipment logs.
- Ensure all lifting and rigging activities meet company safety standards and industry regulations.
Qualifications and Experience:
- NVQ L2 / L3 IN MOVING LOADS
- Previous experience as a Rigger in construction or heavy industry (minimum 2 years preferred).
- Certification in rigging and/or lifting operations (e.g., CPCS, NPORS, or equivalent).
- Familiarity with industry standards and safety protocols, including LOLER and PUWER regulations.
About Regional Recruitment Services – A Recruitment Agency in the Midlands.
This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial and Engineering sectors. To view all of our positions available throughout the United Kingdom, please visit our website ((url removed)).
For further information please contact our construction team on (phone number removed).
