Rigger

For over 50 years, Waagner Biro Bridge Services has been a prominent name among construction companies in Dubai and across the UAE, delivering cutting-edge construction engineering and services. Our expertise lies in offering innovative engineering solutions tailored to government and private sector needs.

Led by a skilled team of civil, mechanical, structural, and electrical engineers, we manage everything from design to build and maintenance. Our comprehensive approach ensures high-quality construction services in Dubai and the UAE.

• Carry out rigging, slinging, and lifting of heavy construction materials, tubular piles, sheet piles, precast blocks, and pontoons.
• Assist crane operators by giving proper hand signals and radio communication during lifting.
• Ensure correct load balancing, securing, and positioning before lifting and lowering.

• Inspect rigging equipment (slings, chains, hooks, shackles, spreader beams, ropes) before and after use.
• Maintain rigging tools in good condition and report defects or damages to the supervisor.
• Follow HSE regulations and safe lifting practices at all times.

• Ensure work area is clear before lifting or lowering loads.
• Wear mandatory PPE (helmet, safety shoes, life jacket, gloves, harness).
• Stop unsafe operations and report hazards immediately.

• Assist in handling and positioning tubular piles for driving and sheet piles for quay walls and breakwaters.
• Support construction crew in jetty, pontoon, quay wall, and floating structure installation.
• Secure loads for barge and pontoon transport.

• Work closely with site engineers, supervisors, and crane operators.
• Use standard rigging hand signals and communication methods.
• Follow instructions and work as part of a team in marine environments.

• Comply with site rules, permit-to-work systems, and method statements.
• Assist in loading/unloading of materials from trucks, barges, and pontoons.
• Carry out any additional duties assigned by the site supervisor or foreman.

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as a Rigger in marine or heavy civil construction in UAE.
• Must hold a valid Rigger Certificate (Level 1/2/3) approved by Dubai Municipality / DM / TUV / DNV / Third-party.
• Basic understanding of English (reading safety signs, instructions).

• Strong knowledge of rigging & slinging techniques.
• Teamwork and communication skills with crane operators and site crew.
• Ability to follow instructions and ensure safety-first approach.
• Adaptability to work in marine site conditions (on barges, pontoons, jetties, offshore platforms).
• Physical fitness and ability to work in offshore/marine environments.

Civil Infra structure is added value is mandatory