Rigger

Babcock is looking for a Rigger Crane Operator to join the Naval Fleet Sustainment team based in Devonport, Auckland .

About the role

Join Babcock’s Marine New Zealand team and play a vital role in supporting the Royal New Zealand Navy. As a Rigger Crane Operator, you’ll be part of a skilled crew responsible for lifting, moving, and positioning heavy loads across the dockyard and naval base. You’ll operate a range of cranes, perform rigging tasks, and contribute to the safe and efficient docking of fleet units. This is hands‑on, high‑impact work where safety, teamwork, and technical skill come together.

This is more than just a crane operator role—it’s a chance to be part of a defence‑focused operation where your expertise keeps things moving. You’ll work alongside experienced riggers and engineers, using your problem‑solving skills and trade knowledge to tackle complex lifts and contribute to national maritime capability. With permanent full‑time hours, ongoing training, and a strong safety culture, Babcock offers a stable and rewarding career path in a dynamic marine environment.

• $43 per hour (trade certificate essential)
• 1.5x paid after 40hrs
• 2x paid after 43hrs
• Additional benefits

About you

You’re a confident, safety‑conscious tradesperson with solid rigging and crane experience in industrial or marine settings. You know your way around lifting plans, load charts, and NZQA standards, and you’re comfortable making quick decisions under pressure. You communicate clearly, work well in a team, and take pride in doing the job right. You’re ready to step into a role where your skills matter—supporting naval operations, maintaining equipment, and helping keep New Zealand’s fleet moving safely and efficiently.

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Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

Who we are

Babcock International Group, the aerospace and defence company, has been trusted to deliver bespoke, highly skilled engineering services for over a century. Across Australia and New Zealand, Babcock has grown to a team of over 1,600 talented people, and we are on a path of continued growth and expansion. We operate across sectors such as defence, commercial marine, aviation, airports, communications, emergency services and engineering consultancy.

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now button below.

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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre‑employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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Job Req #69393

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