Rigger - Witbank at Fraser Alexander (Pty) Ltd.

PURPOSE

• This position exists to ensure that all rigging task based on, installation, maintenance /repairs/replacement of all equipment is done safe and efficient. This role requires a lot of complex and specialised lifting skills and experience is a very scarce trade.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Health and Safety

• Report unsafe conditions and -behaviour
• Adhere to FAMP and client policies and procedures.
• Take responsibility for safety especially during lifting operations.

Maintenance Services

• Implement maintenance schedules Maintenance of All lifting tackle Maintains\repairs all rigging equipment.
• Conduct plant inspection on all key lifting equipment installations Identifies and priorities equipment in need of maintenance/repairs & certification.
• Plans down time for repairs/maintenance & project work.
• Plans for material and men to assist Inform foreman with day to day tasks Do risk assessment/study procedures
• Do complex lifting plans. Do repairs/maintenance.

Technical Responsibilities

• Perform pre-engineering studies in order to undertake rigging activities Perform rope splicing.
• Mobile crane inspection and maintenance coordination Plan, organise and control the erection, alteration and dismantling of loadbearing scaffolding.
• Determine lifting, moving, and rigging requirements.
• Inspect rigging equipment for any defects before using it for rigging purposes.
• Sling complex loads and communicate during crane operations Legal inspections and logbooks.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills
• Coach and assist co-workers.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12
• N3 Engineering Certificate Trade Test Rigging

 EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years working experience as a Rigger in Mining and Construction
• Learnership/apprenticeship as a Rigger Skills,

EQUALITIES AND ABILITIES

• Planning. Coordinating. Decision making skills. Problem solving skills Communication skills (Written and verbal) Able to plan and execute complex rigging tasks.