Riggers, Doggers and Mechanical Tradespeople Particular Engineering St Marys, Sydney NSW Casual commencement 45 –60 hours per week available

About the opportunity Particular Engineering is expanding its St Marys factory team to support a strong pipeline of mechanical-services prefabrication and modular assembly work.

We are primarily seeking:

Licensed riggers and doggers

Qualified mechanical and fabrication tradespeople

Highly experienced operators who hold both forklift and EWP tickets

These are skilled, hands-on positions. We need people who can work productively, follow drawings, assemble accurately, operate equipment safely and identify problems before they create rework.

We are not currently recruiting entry-level general hands.

Pay rates The following are casual ordinary-time rates:

Licensed riggers and doggers: $50 per hour

Fully qualified tradespeople: From $50 per hour , depending on qualifications, experience and capability

Experienced non-trade operators: $40 to $50 per hour , depending on experience and demonstrated ability

Superannuation is paid in addition.

Overtime and applicable penalty rates are paid in accordance with the relevant award.

Hours and duration

Positions commence on a casual basis

Regular Monday-to-Friday work

Typical starting time around 6:30 am

Approximately 50–60 hours per week currently available

Strong pipeline of approximately two years of upcoming factory work

Continued hours remain subject to production requirements, employee performance and project schedules

Applicants should be genuinely available and willing to work regular overtime.

Award coverage All positions are employed under the

Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award 2020 [MA000010] , commonly referred to as the

Metal Workers Award .





Employees will be classified according to their qualifications, experience and the duties they perform.

Riggers and doggers

You must hold a current Australian High Risk Work Licence for dogging or rigging.

Slinging, dogging and rigging loads

Positioning large mechanical and structural modules

Using lifting equipment and overhead cranes

Installing and aligning structural frames

Supporting forklift and crane movements

Assisting with lift planning and load control

Preparing completed modules for transport

Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Riggers are encouraged to apply.

Qualified tradespeople

We are interested in:

Mechanical plumbers

Mechanical fitters

Boilermakers

Structural installers

Other relevant mechanical or engineering trades

Prefabricating mechanical pipework and equipment modules

Installing pipe, valves, fittings, brackets and supports

Assembling, bolting and aligning structural frames

Reading fabrication drawings and work instructions

Measuring and checking dimensions

Completing fit-up, installation and quality checks

Identifying drawing, material and fabrication discrepancies

Preparing completed modules for inspection and transport

Experienced operators without a trade

We will consider experienced applicants without a formal trade qualification, but they must:

Hold a current forklift High Risk Work Licence

Hold a current EWP ticket or licence





Have substantial factory, construction, mechanical-assembly or structural-installation experience

Be competent with hand and power tools

Be capable of completing productive work without constant supervision

Demonstrate good mechanical awareness and attention to detail

Both forklift and EWP qualifications are mandatory for applicants without a trade qualification or rigging licence.

What we expect

Successful applicants must demonstrate:

Reliable attendance and punctuality

Safe and competent use of tools and equipment

Ability to follow drawings and instructions

Accurate measuring, assembly and alignment

Positive mechanical and spatial awareness

Willingness to work regular overtime

Clear communication with supervisors and other trades

Pride in workmanship and responsibility for quality

Willingness to report mistakes, clashes and discrepancies promptly

Respect for tools, equipment and the workplace

Highly regarded

Pipefitting or mechanical installation experience

Experience using overhead cranes

Dogging or rigging qualifications

Forklift and EWP qualifications

Welding or fabrication capability

Experience working under inspection and test plans

Leading-hand or supervisory experience

What we offer

Excellent casual hourly rates

Significant overtime opportunities

Approximately 50–60 hours per week currently available

A strong pipeline of approximately two years of upcoming work

Indoor factory-based employment

Consistent weekday work

Practical training in our prefabrication systems

Opportunities for capable workers to take on additional responsibility

Work supporting major mechanical and infrastructure projects

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📌 Riggers, Doggers and Mechanical Tradespeople (Sydney)
🏢 Particular Engineering
📍 Sydney