Telecommunications Rigger

Telecommunications Rigger

Reporting to the team leader, you will be carrying out all rigging works on telecommunications installation sites. You will be working at heights, as part of the team.

Duties will include:

• Installation, testing and maintenance of telecommunications equipment mounted on high structures, including radio towers

• Assessing installation requirements, planning, and performing installations.

• Testing installed equipment and fault-finding

• Following all Client and Industry specifications, standards and HSE guidelines

• Reading and interpreting construction / as-built drawings to successfully complete works to a high standard

• Adjusting, replacing, and repairing faulty items, and testing equipment using electronic instruments

• Ensuring all paperwork is job-coded and correctly submitted to head office in a timely manner

• Relevant documentation on completion of works including photographic documentation as required

• Co-ordinating with other contractors when required

You have:

• An unwavering commitment to safe work practices

• A solid knowledge of the use and selection of the correct, specific equipment for rigging works (including but not limited to pullies, winches, blocks etc.), depending on the project requirements (load weights and sizes, facilities and work schedules)

• An ability to read and interpret construction drawings

• An ability to problem-solve

• A current Driver’s License

To be considered for this role you need:

• Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work required (i.e., climb mobile network towers)

• Ability to work at heights

• Possibility of working away from home

• Developed specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work in a timely and professional manner

• A positive and enthusiastic, ‘can do’ attitude

• Willingness to work and contribute to a team

• Construction White card

• Current Victorian police check

Highly Desirable

• Current Certificate in Rigging (Basic, Intermediate or Advanced)

• Work Safely at Heights Certificate & Tower Rescue

• License to Perform High-Risk Work

• Competency-based qualification and experience with Elevated Work Platforms (EWP)

• First Aid Certificate

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected salary: $32 - $59 per hour