Rigger, Kaiwhakatū tīrewa
Also known as
- Scaffolder, rope access technician, rigger scaffolder, scaffolding rigger
Riggers assemble and repair rigging for construction projects, manufacturing plants, logging yards, ships and shipyards, and for film and stage productions.
Duration
1:51 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$27 to $46
Most common
$59
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Riggers
- usually work irregular hours, including nights and weekends
- usually work in various locations including construction sites, warehouses and wharves
- may work outdoors at heights and in all weather conditions
- need to be practical, methodical and safety conscious
Tasks
- test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning
- communicate with coworkers to coordinate installations or repairs
- operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment
- determine types of equipment, tools, or materials needed for jobs
- move materials, equipment, or supplies
- dismantle heavy equipment or machinery
- attach rigging to objects so they can be moved
- align equipment or machinery
- load materials or equipment
- clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
Interest quiz,
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Do the quizYou usually need to do training to become a rigger.
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Industrial Rope Access (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Industrial Rope Access (Level 4 or 5)
- an Elevated Work Platform training certificate
- to pass a drug and alcohol test
- a driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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