At a Glance
- Tasks: Carry out rigging activities and ensure safe lifting operations on site.
- Company: Osprey, a leader in innovative logistics and engineering solutions.
- Benefits: 20 days annual leave, enhanced pension, gym discounts, and career development support.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with family-friendly policies and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Experience as a rigger in heavy lift or construction environments required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Osprey believes that innovative, precision-engineering logistics, by land and by water, can transform the way critical UK infrastructure is built. We bring together the very best multi-disciplinary engineering and delivery team to accelerate projects, enhance safety, and work side by side with clients to solve the most complex construction challenges. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Rigger to support the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of lifting and installation activities across our project environments.
Working closely with the wider project team, the rigger will ensure all rigging, lifting and equipment setup tasks are carried out to the highest standards and in full compliance with company procedures and industry regulations. This role is ideal for someone looking to apply their current rigging expertise while contributing directly to the successful delivery of key project milestones.
What You’ll do
- Carry out site rigging activities in line with Osprey's procedures, RAMS, and engineer-produced lift plans
- Ensure equipment is set up correctly, used safely and maintained in accordance with operational requirements
- Complete pre-use checks, report defects, and support basic maintenance tasks
- Set and check the functioning of the rated capacity limiter and rated capacity indicator
- Be able to take action to avoid dangerous situations, including stopping operations if necessary
- Carry out manual handling and maintenance activities
- Work at heights, with hand/power tools, and near/on water
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience working as a rigger within heavy lift, construction, industrial, or marine environments
- Strong understanding of lifting practices, RAMS, lift plans and industry regulations such as LOLER
- Ability to interpret drawings, risk assessments, duty charts, and technical documentation
- Competent in the safe set-up and use of cranes, lifting equipment, outriggers and load-spreading systems
- Confident working as part of a coordinated lift team with clear and effective communication
Benefits
- 20 days’ annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
- Enhanced employer pension contributions and salary sacrifice schemes
- Enhanced parental leave benefits
- Cycle to work scheme
- Family friendly policies
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Get Active from Aviva – Gym discounts up to 40% off
- Support your career development through our success management process
If you would like to be part of the team or would like to find out more, please apply!
Rigger in Bridgwater employer: Osprey Group
Osprey Group is an exceptional employer located in Bridgwater, offering a dynamic work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we provide generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, enhanced pension contributions, and private medical insurance, ensuring our team members feel valued and supported. We are committed to fostering professional growth, making this an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in the construction industry.
