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Construction Riggers

DRD Group

Mining - Operations
Location
New South Wales
Type
Full-time

About the role

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.

Apply Now!
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08 9437 4400

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.
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