Job Description
Rigger
Location: Field-based (Head Office and Yard: Braintree, Essex)
* Type: Full Time
* Region: UK - East
* Town/City: Braintree, Essex
* Posted: 23/10/2025
* Listed in: General Trades
* Reference: Swann Engineering_1761224099
Permanent, full‑time role: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.
Salary: competitive plus benefits.
About The Role
As a Rigger you will be required to set up rigging equipment, operate heavy machinery to erect and install structures and equipment, and dismantle rigging after the job. You will also attend site surveys and climb‑down inspections, support the wider business with site work, and installation of steelwork. You will communicate with the rigging team leader and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. The role requires regular travel and stay‑aways.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Inspect and prepare loads that need to be moved.
* Set up and level heavy equipment machinery.
* Prepare rigging equipment including beans, pulleys, clamps and bolts.
* Inspect rigging before final use.
* Monitor and maintain rigging equipment.
* General duties related to climbing and working at height on antenna mast and tower support structures.
* Install feeder support systems and TX link supports.
* Manoeuvre loads using heavy equipment machinery by hand.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.
* Communicate with the rigging team.
* Break down rigging equipment and conduct post‑rigging inspections.
About You
* Working at Height certification.
* Certifications in IPAF/First Aid at Height/Site Access Systems/Slinger Signaller desirable.
* Experience working in the telecommunications industry.
* In‑depth knowledge of rigging equipment and heavy machinery.
* Reading, understanding and writing RAMS, SSOW and SOW.
* Able to climb and work safely at height.
* Basic medical and fitness requirement (examination required).
* Good communication and team building skills.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
* Problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to work at heights and noisy environments.
* Valid full UK driving licence.
What We Offer
Competitive salary, pension, health care, cash back scheme, 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (salary sacrifice scheme available for additional holiday) and cycle to work scheme.
Immediate start available. Please apply with a CV.
By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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