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Rigger and dogger

Sets up rigging gear such as cables, ropes, pulleys and winches to lift, move and position equipment, structural steel and other heavy loads.

Falls are a leading cause of serious injury

Make sure you are trained and that fall protection is in place before you work at heights. You can refuse unsafe work.

What you do

As a dogger, you choose and check lifting gear, sling loads and direct the crane or hoist operator when they cannot see the load. As a rigger, you also use lifting equipment to move, place and secure loads, such as structural steel, hoists and safety nets. Both jobs need a high risk work licence.

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

Licences and tickets

New South Wales

Required by lawYou cannot legally do this work without it.
Helps you stand outNot required, but it can help you get hired.

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Common questions

What licences or tickets do you need to work as a Rigger and dogger?
In every state the law requires: High risk work licence: dogging (DG), High risk work licence: basic rigging (RB) and White Card (general construction induction). Pick your state on this page to see who issues each one and how to get it.
What is the minimum pay for a Rigger and dogger?
Minimum casual rate (adult, CW/ECW 1 (level a), residential): $35.10 an hour. Under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (MA000020), from 1 July 2026. Last checked 10 Oct 2026.
What are median earnings for a Rigger and dogger?
Median earnings: $2,910 a week before tax (full-time workers, all experience levels, national; may cover a wider occupation group).