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high rigger

High riggers assemble and hoist temporary suspension structures on heights to support performance equipment.

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DESCRIPTION

High riggers assemble and hoist temporary suspension structures on heights to support performance equipment. Their work is based on instruction, plans and calculations. Their job can include rope access, working above colleagues, assemble constructions to lift performers and lifting heavy loads, which makes it a high risk occupation. They work indoor as well as outdoor. They cooperate with ground riggers to unload and assemble constructions on ground level.

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
use rope access techniques
follow safety procedures when working at heights
work with respect for own safety
OPTIONALOptional competences
operate forklift
manage personal professional development
manage technical resources stock

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29 SHARED SKILLS

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Skills overview

37total
21 essential
16 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
0
Skills
6

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Quick insight

This role requires 21 essential competences across practical skill domains.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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