ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd is looking for full time employees Intermediate Riggers and Advanced Riggers. You will be expected to assemble and install rigging gear, including, ropes, cables, pulleys and winches, to position structural steel and other heavy materials for the construction of transmission network infrastructure. Only Riggers with experience working on transmission projects of any complexity will be considered.
The Projects
Central West Orana
Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd is part of a consortium including Cobra and Endeavour Energy that have entered a commitment deed with EnergyCo as preferred network operator for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ). This will be serviced by new transmission network infrastructure, including transmission lines and energy hubs, which will transfer power generated by solar and wind farms to electricity consumers.
HumeLink East
Acciona Construction Australia Pty Ltd and Genus Infrastructure (NSW) Pty Ltd have been engaged by Transgrid to deliver the eastern portion of the HumeLink project. HumeLink East involves the expansion of the existing Bannaby 500 kV substation, along with the design and construction of a new 500 kV double circuit transmission line. This new transmission line will connect the Bannaby 500 kV substation at the Wondalga interface point with HumeLink West.
Required Skills and Competencies
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High Risk Work Licence (Rigger Intermediate, and/or Advanced)
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For Intermediate have successfully completed UETDRT0016 - Installing Transmission Structure Hardware or equivalent OR
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Can perform any of the duties Transmission Structure Hardware Installer (Assisting Overhead Transmission Lines person/s to install Transmission Structure Hardware)
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For Advanced has successfully completed Certificate II - Transmission Line Construction UET20422 OR
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Can perform duties outlined above and any of the following work according to skills/qualifications.
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Can operator brakes, winches and associated rigging equipment to position steel units.
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Can assist overhead transmission lines person/s to string overhead transmission conductors.
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You must meet the minimum requirements to be enrolled with a Registered Training Organisation RTO that can deliver a High-Risk Work Licence (NSW) specific to rigging and/or Certificate II Transmission Line Construction.
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You must be able to demonstrate expertise in relevant transmission line technologies, safety standards and work conditions, noting specific requirements for transmission line work in Australia.
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Strong safety awareness
Why Acciona.
Enjoy a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the Acciona Construction Australia NSW Transmission Enterprise Agreement 2024 – 2028. Base hourly rates of $46.09 (Intermediate Rigger) and $48.39 (Advanced Rigger) with a base take home package starting at $100,000 (not including overtime). Salaries will vary based on the specific roster arrangements. Additional allowances apply in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, Veterans and active-duty armed forces, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
Camp Accommodation
Central West Orana
Workers will be engaged on a 14/7 roster and will be provided with camp accommodation. The primary camp will be located in Merotherie, NSW. Camp facilities include dry and wet mess, recreational activities room, covered sports field, outdoor sports field, gym, medical centre, BBQ areas, community room and an onsite convenience store.
HumeLink East
Workers will be engaged on a 21/7 roster and will be provided camp accommodation. Camps are in Yass and Adjungbilly. Camp facilities include, dry mess and wet mess room, laundry facilities, wellness support, gym, open areas for outdoor activities.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
