10 X Transmission Riggers
- Join Elecnor's projects across Australia as a Transmission Rigger.
- Work on the assembly of steel lattice towers and stringing of transmission lines.
- Full-time, permanent position with a 3 weeks on, 1 week off roster.
Airswift is partnering Elecnor to support their blue-collar recruitment across their Australia & New Zealand operations.
Elecnor is a leading Spanish business group in the infrastructure, renewable energy, services and new technology sectors with over 65 years of continuous growth and a presence in 55 countries.
We are current looking for 10 X Transmission Riggers to join Elecnor’s various projects across Australia, primarily New South Wales on a permanent and ongoing basis. Flights will be provided to successful candidates from all over Australia to Sydney, or applicable city, for mobilisation.
The Position
- Ideally ASAP start (within next four weeks).
- Assembly of steel lattice towers (“electricity pylons”) with associated anti-climbing devices, step-bolts and signage.
- Stringing of new transmission lines up to 500kV.
- Applying appropriate earthing schemes to dissipate induced voltages and protect linesmen working on towers.
- Following strict safety rules in line with work instructions, risk assessments and permits to work, marking out appropriate danger zones around overhead working areas and ensuring that all known risks at work sites are controlled.
- Ensuring that accidents and near-miss incidents are promptly reported.
- Full-time, permanent opportunity.
- 3 weeks on, 1 week off roster.
- 10 hour days minimum paid.
- 8 hours paid travel on travel day/s.
- Tools, training and PPE provided.
- Weekly pay.
- Accommodation provided at or near site.
Position Requirements
- Experience working on Transmission Line construction and erection, with considerations being made for Telco personnel with large tower experience.
- Full Australian Working Rights.
- Driver’s License.
- Australian Recognised Rigger Ticket / equivalent qualifications.
- White Card.
- EWP License and Working at Heights highly advantageous.
- Certificate II Transmission Line Construction highly advantageous.
- Ability to complete full pre-employment medical.
Elecnor’s Inclusive Recruitment Process
- Elecnor are committed to building an environment where equal employment opportunities are central to everything they do.
- Their inclusive and respectful culture welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and communities to join their recruitment process, ensuring that every opportunity is open to all.
- Veterans and active defence reserve members, people of all ages, abilities, sexual orientation, gender identities, and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Elecnor and Airswift are committed to providing a recruitment process that is accessible for everyone. If you require any adjustments during the application process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs.
The Application Process
If you would like to be considered for the position, please apply directly to this advertisement or send your application via email to saskia.stone@airswift.com with your updated CV/ resume and contact details. Alternatively, you may contact Saskia at 0455 431 414for more information.
Airswift has partnered exclusively and directly with Elecnor to be their internal blue collar recruitment provider for these positions. We will not accept or consider any unsolicited submissions from other recruitment agencies.
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