Basic Rigging Course

What does a rigger do?

Riggers are there to handle the safe movement of materials and equipment around a worksite. A certified rigger assembles and installs rigging gear, such as cables, ropes, pulleys and winches, to lift, lower, move and position equipment, structural steel and other heavy objects.

How much does a rigger make in Australia?

A rigger in Australia can expect to earn at an average hourly rate in the mid to high thirties. Though this pay rate will be based on experience and most workers will find that their first jobs as riggers are somewhere below that. According to the Victorian Skills Gateway the average pay for a Construction Rigger is $104,954 per annum.

How do I become a certified rigger?

To become a rigger, an individual must undertake accredited training and attain a licence to perform high risk work from a registered training provider. MultiSkills Training is a registered training organisation that can get you set up with the knowledge and expertise you need to conduct rigging work safely. The five-day course including a theory and practical assessment will see you certified to take on basic rigging work safely in a range of settings.

What can a rigger do that a dogman can’t?

The work of dogmen and riggers will often look similar, but there are tasks and responsibilities that a rigger can take on that dogmen can’t. Where a dogman can select and inspect lifting gear, sling loads, and direct a crane or hoist operator in the movement of loads; a licenced rigger can move plant and equipment, erect steel and materials hoists, install static lines and safety nets, and erect a variety personnel platforms, safety nets and static lines. Important to note though, both dogmen and riggers need to have a HRW Licence to undertake their work.

Can a rigger inspect lifting equipment?

A basic rigger is qualified to inspect and certify that particular categories of lifting equipment are safe. Basic riggers are also qualified to check and certify the safety of installations like personnel platforms and the like. Some categories of equipment and installation require further certifications in intermediate or advanced rigging.

Alongside a dogging ticket, a riggers ticket is a valuable addition to any resume. If you’re a professional looking to advance your career in manufacturing, civil and building construction, infrastructure, maintenance or residential and commercial construction, this training course could be the licence you need to help you find the role you’ve been looking for.

MultiSkills Training has extensive experience delivering engaging, effective training courses fully aligned to nationally recognised units of competency. Conveniently located in both Melbourne and Geelong, we make it easy for people across Victoria to access the training they need. The Rigging Worksafe High Risk Licence course is delivered at our fully equipped Melbourne Location.

All of our courses are designed and delivered by professional trainers to small class sizes, allowing more time with trainers and ensuring the best possible student outcomes. Offering a range of programs from excavator ticket courses to skid steer training, we make it easy to achieve the level of career readiness you need.

At MultiSkills, our mission is simple – empower Victorian students through the delivery of high-quality learning experiences, allowing them to reach their full potential. From getting ready to enter the industry to developing new skills for career progression, we help our students accomplish every kind of goal.

Start a conversation with the team at MultiSkills Training today and let us help you find the most valuable course for your career goals. Call us today on 1800 754 557 or make an enquiry via our contact page to learn more about our range of courses or to book a spot.