Rigger - LIVE EVENTS INDUSTRY

The Rigger will work as part of the Rigging Department to assist the Rigging Manager in delivering quality and sound rigging solutions to clients in the live events industry. The role involves assisting in the preparation, cleaning, and testing of rigging equipment, as well as contributing to due consideration of the appropriate approach and solutions for production requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• IPAF, NRC qualified or equivalent
• Experience working and operating on large scale events in the special events, touring music and corporate environments
• Good computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experienced in climbing and rappelling, comfortable working at height
• Strong understanding of safe working loads, safety factors and rigging principles
• Excellent understanding of various rigging systems and the implementation of said systems
• Good working knowledge of equipment such as Scissor lifts, standard tools / power tools and other access / lift equipment
• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull or otherwise move and position heavy equipment
• Methodical and analytical approach to work with good fault-finding skills
• Excellent written and spoken English is essential