Salary guide
Tower Crane Rigger
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 4 hours/week
ConstructionEngineering
- Tower cranes are essential for UK high-rise construction
Other names this job is known by
- Crane Erector
- Lifting Technician
Key responsibilities
- Assemble and dismantle tower cranes
- Inspect and maintain rigging equipment
- Ensure compliance with safety standards
- Work at heights and outdoors
- Liaise with crane operators and site managers
- Prepare lift plans and documentation
- Attend safety training
- Keep records
Skills and qualifications required
- Apprenticeship in rigging or construction
- CPCS or NPORS certification
- Experience on site
- Health & Safety training
- Physical fitness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Rigger
- Site Supervisor
- Crane Supervisor
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Complete an apprenticeship in rigging or construction
- Obtain CPCS or NPORS certification
- Gain experience on site
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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