_{14th October, 2025}

Location: Gore
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Days: Monday to Friday (with occasional Saturday work)
Hours: Guaranteed at least 30 hours per week
 
The Company:
Our client is a proudly New Zealand-owned company with many years of experience in the rural and industrial construction industry. Known for innovation, efficiency, and quality, they are a cutting-edge organisation providing smarter, faster, and more visually striking building solutions. They are currently seeking skilled Construction Riggers to join our experienced team based in Gore.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Erecting and rigging systems for steel and roofing installation.
• Lifting and positioning heavy materials or equipment using hoists and cranes.
• Installing, repairing, or replacing roofing systems.
• Following all safety protocols, interpreting plans and specifications, and working effectively at heights.
• Installing structural steel, including steel portals, cold rolled purlins/girts, speed brace, and RB bracing.
• Operating machinery such as telehandlers, forklifts, cranes, and elevated work platforms (EWP).
• Reading and interpreting structural plans and ensuring accurate assembly and installation.
• Carrying, cutting, and installing long run roofing and flashings.
• Working closely with project managers, fabricators, and the design team to streamline and improve building designs.
• Travelling to out-of-region sites for project work (typically 2-3 months stay-away).

 To be successful in this role, you will need:

• At least three years of relevant experience in rigging or roofing within the construction industry
• Proven ability to read and understand construction and structural plans
• Experience operating cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, and scissor lifts
• Physically fit and comfortable lifting up to 25kg regularly
• Experience in concrete, formwork and carpentry (preferred)
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Must have a clean police report with no charges pending

If you are a motivated and skilled Construction Rigger who is ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you. Please send your resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity.
 
To Apply:
Recruit NZ, part of People Inc, specialises in recruitment for small to medium New Zealand businesses and has been one of New Zealand's premier recruitment agencies since 2008.

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