Riggers

About Us

Skyline Hire is a specialist lifting and project support partner servicing mine sites, shutdowns, infrastructure works and industrial operations across Australia. We combine practical site experience with disciplined planning to deliver safe, compliant lifting outcomes where reliability matters.

About the Role

Skyline Hire is seeking experienced Riggers to support crane hire, rigging, lifting and site-based works across the East Coast of Australia. This role suits practical, safety-focused personnel who understand high-risk lifting activities and work well as part of a crane crew.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rigging and lifting activities safely and in accordance with site requirements

• Assist crane operators, supervisors and site teams with lift preparation and execution

• Inspect rigging gear, lifting equipment and work areas before use

• Participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks, lift planning and risk assessments

• Follow SWMS, lift plans, client requirements and company procedures

• Communicate clearly with crane operators, dogmen, riggers and supervisors

• Identify hazards and escalate safety concerns promptly

• Assist with mobilisation, demobilisation, loading, unloading and general site tasks

• Maintain good housekeeping and care of equipment

 Skills and Experience

• Relevant High Risk Work Licence for rigging and/or dogging

• Experience in crane, rigging, construction, shutdown or heavy industrial works

• Strong understanding of safe lifting practices and high-risk work requirements

• Ability to follow lift plans, SWMS and site instructions

• Current Australian driver's licence preferred

• Strong communication skills and a safety-first attitude

• Ability to pass site medical, drug and alcohol screening and client mobilisation requirements

Desirable

• Intermediate or advanced rigging ticket

• EWP, forklift, working at heights or confined space tickets

• Experience with shutdowns, maintenance or heavy industrial projects

 What We Offer

• Permanent full-time position

• Exposure to construction, shutdown, maintenance and industrial works

• Opportunity to join a practical, safety-focused crane hire business

To be successful in this role you must be self-motivated and be willing to put in the work needed to complete jobs in a timely manner. Attention to detail and highest quality workmanship are paramount.

As part of the selection process, applicants must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination which includes functional, audiometric and drug and alcohol testing.

Skyline Hire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.