Casual Rigger

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About the job

At **Cyclus Event Rigging (part of Elevate and Anchor Pty Ltd),** we build the bones of WA’s best events, festivals, concerts, brand activations, and large-scale productions.

We’re not a hiring agency. We’re a team. A team of doers who take pride in building world-class shows from the ground up. Now we’re looking for qualified Riggers to join our event construction team.

**About the Role**

As a Casual Event Rigger, you’ll be working at height and on the ground to install and dismantle rigging systems for live events and installations.

That means:

- Building and flying truss
- Installing chain motors, lighting grids, and speaker arrays
- Working closely with production and touring teams to meet strict safety and creative specs
- Solving problems on the fly, with confidence and total precision
- Ensuring every lift is done safely, efficiently, and in line with Australian Regulations

**When the rigging’s done, the work isn’t over**At Elevate & Anchor, our riggers are team players who step in wherever needed to ensure the entire event comes together seamlessly. If there’s no rigging-specific work left, you’ll jump in as general crew to keep the mission moving and the event on track.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Setup and teardown of event rigging structures
- Operate at height using proper fall protection systems
- Read and interpret rigging plots and load specifications
- Coordinate with the venue, site, and production departments
- Maintain rigging gear, report faults, and follow safety protocols at all times

**What You’ll Get**
- $55-$130/hr, depending on rigging level
- Penalty rates for Nights, Sundays, PHs etc
- Fortnightly pay, no chasing invoices
- Work at concerts, festivals, brand activations, theatre shows, and arena-scale productions
- Opportunities to progress into lead rigger or manager roles
- Be part of a culture that values freedom, reliability, drive, agility and connection
- Real teamwork, no egos, and exciting jobs
- Opportunity to work in other jobs through sister business Cyclus Event Construction and Crewing (Cyclus Pty Ltd)

**Requirements**:

- White Card
- Current High-Risk Work Licence - RB, RI or RA
- Working at Heights within 2 years (or VOC within 2 years)
- Comfortable working early mornings, nights, weekends and outdoors
- Ability to interpret rigging plans and communicate with production leads
- Excellent focus, punctuality, and commitment to site and company safety

**Highly Regarded If You Have**
- Rope Access IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3
- Exposure to Rope Access Hauling Systems and Components
- Scissor or EWP ticket or Forklift
- AV Production background
- Leadership or crew supervision experience
- Your own PPE and rigging/climbing equipment

**Why Work With Cyclus Event Rigging?**

For over 12 years, Cyclus has been the go-to team for top-tier event builds in WA. We’ve built a tight crew culture focused on freedom, energy, and trust—no micromanaging, just real opportunities to do great work with great people.

You’re not just another number. You’re someone we back, train, and trust.

**How to Apply**
- A short video about your rigging experience
- A list of your valid tickets
- Your general availability

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $55.00 - $130.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance

**Experience**:

- Rigging: 1 year (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person