Rigger (Construction)
Riggers, also known as Structural Steel Construction Workers, work primarily on construction sites. They handle rigging gear and assemble, reinforce, and dismantle scaffolding for various projects.
Duties and tasks
- Assembling scaffolding on the exteriors and interiors of buildings
- Dissembling scaffolding and rigging at the end of the day or the project
- Putting guard rails and safety nets into place
- Reinforcing concrete areas with wire mesh and other materials
- Using clamps, hooks, bolts, and knots to position and reinforce scaffolding and rigging
- Using pulleys and blocks to assemble rigging and align cables
Skills required
- Ability to manipulate and control dials, switches, and gauges
- Active listening skills
- Hand-eye coordination
- Keen judgment and decision-making abilities
Physical agility and strength
Working conditions
Riggers work on active construction sites. These may be outdoors, as in the exterior of buildings, or occasionally indoors when reinforcement work is needed. The sites may be in the middle of crowded cities or in more rural or isolated areas.Professional associations / Industry information
Australian Constructors Association
Australian Institute of Building
Construction Industry Institute Australia
Construction and Property Services Industry Skills Council
Master Builders Australia
Related jobs and job titles
- Bricklayer
- Construction Worker
- Dogger
- Roofer
- Scaffolder
- Steel Fixer
- Tradesmen