Transmission & Telecommunications Tower Riggers

The Project:

UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the ~140km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.  

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.  

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning ~140kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0. 

The Role:

We are looking for experienced Telecommunication Tower Riggers to join our Assembly and Erection crews. You will play a key role in our transmission tower construction teams, working with established crews on a large-scale infrastructure project. You will have the opportunity to further develop your skills and gain valuable knowledge of transmission line construction processes. 

This will be a full-time permanent opportunity on a FIFO basis on a 14 day on, 7 days off or 6 weeks on, 2 weeks off roster. Flights are provided into Wagga Wagga, NSW and all accommodation and meals provided in brand new camps. 

Works will involve:

• Layout steel into suitable location for assembly

• Sufficiently bolt and install members to meet specifications
• Inspection of steel and identify / report defects
• Conduct routine checks on all lifting equipment, including hooks &/or attachments
• Bolt management and tightening process understood
• Calculation of load masses, assessment of lifting points & slinging requirements
• Read and understand lift plans for works
• Climb transmission towers ranging from 50-80m for erection works

About You

• Construction White Card
• High Risk Work Licenses - Advanced Rigging, Dogging, EWP - essential
• Work at Heights licence - essential
• Tower Rescue - essential
• First Aid and CPR - essential 
• Previous experience working in overhead transmission lines or telecommunication towers 
• Confident with the ability to work at heights and climb towers - essential
• Work to a high standard and be passionate about what you do
• Ability to undergo a pre-employment medical

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply. 

We’re always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including: 

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within. 
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.  
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance. 
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation. 

***Due to a high volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted