Construction Riggers

DRD Group is currently seeking experienced Intermediate Riggers to join a major mining construction project at an established copper mine in regional New South Wales.

This is a fantastic opportunity for NSW -based Riggers looking for consistent FIFO work, excellent hourly rates and a long-term construction project.

What's on Offer

• Pay Rate: $69.90/hr + $3/hr Productivity Incentive (PIP) 
• Food Allowance: $70 per day ($490 per week)
• Roster: 2:1 FIFO, with potential 3:1 roster options
• Hours: 11.5 paid hours per day – Dayshift
• Location: Regional NSW
• Duration: Approximately 8 months
• Start Date: ASAP
• Project: Major processing plant construction and upgrades

Scope of Work
You will be working on a large-scale mining construction project involving the installation of a new flotation processing circuit and upgrades to existing copper processing facilities.

Essential Requirements

• Intermediate Rigging - High Risk Work Licence
• White Card
• Previous experience in mining, construction or heavy industrial projects
• Strong understanding of safe lifting and rigging practices
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical and laboratory drug and alcohol screening
• Valid Drivers Licence
• Clean National Police Clearance issued within the last 3 months
• Availability to commence ASAP
• Ability to work a FIFO roster

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing rigging and lifting activities across structural and mechanical construction works
• Assisting with the installation and positioning of structural steel and mechanical equipment
• Supporting the installation of processing plant infrastructure
• Working alongside crane operators and construction crews to safely execute lifting operations
• Slinging, securing and directing loads in accordance with approved lifting procedures
• Assisting with equipment installation across greenfield and brownfield construction areas
• Maintaining high safety standards and complying with site procedures

Ideally, applicants will have 3+ years of relevant rigging experience, particularly on large-scale mining construction or processing plant projects.

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DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defense, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.

DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages female and Indigenous applicants to apply. All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.