Rigger – Sappi Southern Africa

Department: Engineering

Posting Date: 08 January 2026

Closing Date: 22 January 2026

We Are Hiring a Qualified Rigger

Sappi Southern Africa is looking for a skilled and safety-focused Rigger to provide specialist rigging services across Tugela Mill. The successful candidate will be responsible for the rigging, inspection, and safe operation of lifting equipment on a daily and shift basis, in line with recognised safe engineering and SHEQ standards.

This role is ideal for a qualified Rigger with experience in heavy engineering environments who can confidently plan, supervise, and execute complex lifting operations.

Key Responsibilities

As a Rigger at Sappi, your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and executing rigging tasks in accordance with safe engineering and quality standards

• Developing and maintaining quality control procedures for all rigging activities

• Liaising with plant engineers, foremen, and production teams on rigging requirements

• Advising customers on safe lifting methods, equipment selection, and compliance

• Engaging with suppliers and external service providers to ensure high-quality lifting equipment and services

• Attending technical meetings and responding to rigging-related enquiries across the mill

• Supervising, instructing, and controlling rigging teams and contractors within assigned work areas

• Operating mobile cranes and machinery when required or in the absence of crane operators

• Conducting statutory inspections of lifting equipment, completing registers, and declaring equipment fit or unfit for use

• Performing specialised rigging tasks, including calculating safe lifting angles, radii, and load capacities

• Inspecting lifting equipment, machinery, and ensuring correct colour coding

• Ensuring compliance with SHEQ requirements and participating in incident investigations

• Identifying root causes of non-conformances and implementing corrective actions

• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards at all times

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered, you must meet the following criteria:

• Matric and N2 Engineering qualification

• N3 qualification will be an advantage

• Rigging Trade Test Certificate (essential)

• Minimum of 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment

• Proven rigging experience, preferably in paper machine roll removal and installation

• Strong knowledge of lifting regulations, safety standards, and inspection procedures

Why Join Sappi?

Sappi offers a supportive and professional working environment with:

• The opportunity to work for a global manufacturing leader

• Exposure to complex and specialised engineering operations

• A strong safety-driven culture with ongoing skills development

• Career growth opportunities within a well-established organisation

How To Apply?

Closing Date: 22 January 2026

If you are a qualified Rigger with a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to join Sappi Southern Africa.