Rigger (Advanced)

About the project

Clough, working in alliance with the Water Corporation and Jacobs, is delivering the engineering, procurement and construction package for the Woodman Point Sludge Treatment Facilities upgrade in Henderson, Western Australia. The work focuses on improving the sludge treatment process so biosolids can be recovered for agricultural use as a soil conditioner, while biogas produced during treatment can be used as an energy source.

The project team is currently hiring Advanced Riggers who can start straight away.

About the employer

Clough is a project delivery company focused on high-performing assets for the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors. The business places strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and delivering work safely and efficiently. Together with its parent company, Webuild, Clough is involved in some of Australia’s largest projects and has a strong pipeline of future work.

Role overview

In this position, you will carry out rigging activities to support lifting, moving, and positioning of heavy materials and equipment on site. You will also assess loads, choose suitable rigging methods, and work in line with lift plans and site procedures.

Key duties

• Set up and use rigging gear including chain blocks, slings, pulleys, and winches to lift, lower, shift, or position machinery, spools, structural steel, and other heavy items.
• Evaluate the item to be moved, determine its approximate size, shape, and weight, and select the right rigging setup for safe lifting.
• Carry out inspections and basic upkeep of rigging equipment.
• Follow lift plans and relevant procedures accurately.

Required qualifications and licences

Applicants should hold the following:

• High Risk Work Licence for RB, RI, or RA.
• Working at Heights certification.
• Construction White Card or Blue Card.
• Current Australian C-class driver’s licence.

Preferred, but not essential:

• Current Australian MR/HR class driver’s licence.
• High Risk Work Licence for Forklift.

What Clough offers

• Training and skills development opportunities.
• Career growth and progression prospects.
• Access to MATES in Construction training and support programs.
• Mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Employee Assistance Program support.
• Social engagement activities.
• Competitive pay package.

Diversity and inclusion

Clough is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities where it operates and to creating an inclusive workplace where individual strengths and differences are respected. The company is a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by WGEA, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory to the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a Pride in Diversity partner, and an active participant in the CEOs for Gender Equity and Champions for Change Coalition.

Application notes

Applications will be reviewed for shortlisting, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The employer may begin shortlisting immediately and may withdraw the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be accepted.