RIGGER

Established in 1953, Shyam Steel Group is one of the leading TMT Bar producers in India, manufacturing TMT Rebar, Billets, Sponge Iron and Ferro Alloys. Shyam Steel has also expanded its business in Construction Solutions, FMCG, Infrastructure, IT & ITeS Solutions etc. Operating with cutting-edge technology in order to meet the stringent requirements of its reputed customers both in India and abroad. Shyam Steel has emerged as a large, growing, competitive and multi-product organization by delivering quality material & service through innovation, excellence, and dedication.

2. Roles and Responsibilities

A. Rigging and Lifting Operations

• Perform lifting and shifting of mechanical equipment and heavy components using EOT cranes, mobile cranes, chain pulley blocks, lever hoists, and other approved lifting devices.

• Select and use suitable wire ropes, web slings, D-shackles, hooks, lifting clamps, and spreader beams according to the load and lifting plan.

• Ensure correct load estimation, sling angle consideration, and safe load distribution before lifting.

• Carry out safe positioning, alignment support, and installation of mechanical equipment.

• Guide crane operators using standard hand signals or approved radio communication.

• Ensure loads are properly secured, balanced, and controlled during lifting and lowering.

B. SMS Mechanical Maintenance Support

• Assist mechanical fitters and maintenance engineers during dismantling, assembly, and replacement of equipment.

• Support maintenance of SMS equipment, including:

  • EAF (Electric Arc Furnace), where applicable

  • Ladle and ladle turret

  • Ladle transfer cars and slag pots

  • Continuous Casting Machine (CCM)

  • Tundish and tundish car

  • Roller tables and withdrawal/straightening equipment

  • Hydraulic cylinders, gearboxes, motors, and other heavy mechanical assemblies

• Assist in lifting and shifting furnace components, equipment assemblies, and mechanical spares.

• Support planned shutdowns, emergency breakdown maintenance, and equipment overhauls.

C. Inspection of Rigging Tools and Tackles

• Inspect wire ropes, slings, shackles, hooks, chain blocks, and lifting accessories before use.

• Check for broken wires, deformation, cracks, corrosion, damaged safety latches, and identification/tagging defects.

• Verify safe working load (SWL) or working load limit (WLL) markings and ensure equipment is within its inspection validity.

• Remove defective lifting accessories from service and report them to the supervisor.

• Maintain inspection checklists and rigging equipment records as required.

D. Safety Responsibilities

• Follow permit-to-work, job safety analysis (JSA), and risk assessment requirements.

• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements where applicable and ensure equipment is safely isolated before maintenance lifting.

• Never allow personnel beneath suspended loads.

• Barricade the lifting area and control access during lifting operations.

• Maintain safe distance from hot metal, molten steel, slag, furnace areas, and moving machinery.

• Use appropriate PPE, including a safety helmet, safety shoes, gloves, eye protection, and high-visibility clothing.

• Stop work immediately if lifting conditions become unsafe or communication is lost.

E. Housekeeping and Coordination

• Coordinate with crane operators, mechanical fitters, supervisors, and safety personnel.

• Keep rigging tools and tackles properly stored after use.

• Maintain clear access routes and ensure lifting areas are free from unnecessary obstructions.

• Report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, and near misses to the supervisor.

• Follow shift handover procedures and report pending lifting activities.

3. Required Skills and Qualifications

• ITI or relevant technical qualification preferred, depending on company requirements.

• Previous experience in industrial rigging, heavy lifting, or SMS mechanical maintenance preferred.

• Knowledge of wire ropes, slings, shackles, hooks, chain blocks, and lever hoists.

• Understanding of load estimation, centre of gravity, sling angles, and SWL/WLL.

• Knowledge of crane hand signals and safe lifting practices.

• Ability to understand lifting plans, basic mechanical drawings, and work permits.

• Valid competency certification where required by the employer or applicable regulations.

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Zero lifting-related accidents and unsafe acts.

• 100% pre-use inspection of rigging tools and tackles.

• Compliance with approved lifting plans and SWL/WLL limits.

• Timely completion of rigging support for maintenance jobs.

• No damage to equipment during lifting and shifting.

• Compliance with PPE, permit, and housekeeping requirements.

5. Daily Duties of an SMS Mechanical Rigger

1. Attend the shift briefing and understand the day's lifting and maintenance requirements.

2. Inspect rigging tools and tackles before use.

3. Verify the load weight, lifting points, equipment capacity, and lifting method.

4. Coordinate with the crane operator and signal person before starting the lift.

5. Support dismantling, installation, and shifting of mechanical equipment.

6. Maintain exclusion zones and ensure no person enters beneath a suspended load.

7. Return rigging equipment to the designated storage area after use.

8. Report defects, unsafe conditions, and completed jobs to the supervisor.

6. Important Safety Requirements

• Never use damaged or uncertified lifting accessories.

• Never exceed the rated capacity of any lifting equipment or accessory.

• Never stand beneath a suspended load or place yourself in a line-of-fire position.

• Do not perform critical or complex lifts without an approved lifting plan and authorized personnel.

• Use designated, trained signalers and maintain clear communication with crane operators.

• Give special attention to hot-metal hazards, restricted access, and high-temperature environments in SMS.

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