RIGGER AIDE
Listing reference: drdgd_000044
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 9 May 2025
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: Mining
Location: Brakpan
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Ergo Mining has an opportunity for a semi skilled individual with a MQA Certificate of a Rigger Aide to assist the Rigger Artisan with general functions as an assistant artisan with at least 3 year’ experience in in the mining industry.
Job description
Assisting qualified rigger artisans with the following:
- Inspecting and preparing loads that need to be moved.
- Setting, aligning, and leveling heavy equipment machinery.
- Selecting the appropriate rigging gear.
- Preparing rigging equipment including beams, pulleys, clamps, and bolts.
- Inspecting rigging before final use.
- Monitoring and maintaining rigging equipment.
- Maneuvering loads using heavy equipment machinery and by hand.
- Ensuring compliance with state and company safety procedures.
- Communicating with the rigging, construction, and maintenance team.
- Breaking down rigging equipment and conducting post-rigging inspections.
Minimum requirements
- Grade 12 Certificate
- MQA/Relevant Rigger Aide Certificate
- Basic knowledge of workshop tools and machine repairs.
- A mobile telephone to be contactable when required.
- Drivers licence and Own transport
Additional Requirements:
- Working at Heights
- SHE – basic knowledge of the Health and Safety act.
- Overhead Crane Training
- Able to work shifts.
- Reside within 30KM radius from Ergo Operations
Benefits
Medical Aid
Pension/ Provident Fund