Jason Briggs
Summary
Highly experienced Advanced Rigger and qualified Integrated Rating with over 15 years experience across construction, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, maritime and heavy industry. Extensive experience in complex rigging, scaffolding, crane operations, heavy lifting, structural steel installation, mechanical maintenance and major shutdown projects. Maritime experience includes deck and engine room watchkeeping, cargo operations, vessel maintenance and Antarctic resupply operations. Proven performer in high-risk and remote environments with a strong focus on safety, teamwork and productivity. Extensive FIFO/DIDO experience. Available for casual shutdown work Australia-wide.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Integrated Rating/Trainee Integrated Rating
TT Line - Spirit of Tasmania Vessels
Bass Strait
07.2025 - Current
- Perform deck operations including mooring, unmooring, cargo securing, vehicle loading and deck maintenance.
- Conducted planned maintenance, corrosion control, and routine inspections of deck machinery and safety equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Carry out deck and engine room watchkeeping duties as part of routine vessel operations.
- Participated in emergency response, firefighting, lifeboat, life raft, and man overboard drills, enhancing crew preparedness for critical situations.
- Worked safely in high-risk 24/7 operational environment, prioritizing hazard identification and risk management to support team safety and efficiency.
Trainee Integrated Rating
Serco (secondment) - RSV Nuyina
Southern Ocean, Antarctica & Macquarie Island
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Supported annual resupply missions to Mawson, Davis and Macquarie Island research stations.
- Ensured safe execution of complex cargo and logistics activities in remote Antarctic and sub-Antarctic environments.
- Worked collaboratively with ship’s crew, expeditioners and Australian Antarctic Division personnel to support successful station resupply missions.
- Facilitated cargo handling, barge, crane and small boat operations while supporting deck maintenance and expedition logistics.
- Supported helicopter operations through flight deck preparation, cargo handling and deck support during Antarctic resupply activities.
- Performed deck and engine room watchkeeping duties while operating in remote polar waters.
Rigger/Crane Operator
BridgePro Engineering
Tas Water Macquarie Point - Hobart, TAS
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Operated a 275t Hitachi Sumitomo crawler crane to support major construction and lifting operations.
- Led advanced rigging activities for complex lifts, successfully placing a 35-tonne excavator into a confined space.
- Coordinated lifting operations per lift plans and risk assessments, ensuring adherence to site safety procedures.
- Performed confined space sentry duties while ensuring compliance with Permit to Work requirements.
- Operated heavy vehicles to transport equipment and materials safely around site, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
Rigger/Deckhand
Go Offshore
Offshore Pilbara Coast, WA
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Performed advanced rigging using a 120t deck crane to safely lift and transfer subsea infrastructure and project cargo.
- Prepared, inspected and connected rigging equipment for heavy lifts in accordance with lift plans and marine safety procedures.
- Coordinated deck operations, cargo securing, crane lifts, and marine logistics in offshore environments, prioritizing safety.
- Executed vessel-to-vessel cargo transfers, facilitating logistics for Woodside Scarborough Energy Project.
Rigger/Scaffolder
Ventia
Inpex LNG Plant - Darwin, NT
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Coordinated heavy lifting operations with cranes ranging from 90 to 450t, contributing to successful project execution under tight timelines.
- Performed rigging and scaffolding activities on a live LNG processing facility during maintenance, campaign and major shutdown works.
- Ensured compliance with Permit to Work and Isolation (LOTO) systems as ISSOW Level 2 Permit Holder, enhancing site safety protocols.
- Operated overhead cranes and completed complex load transfers using chain blocks and lever blocks.
- Assembled and dismantled tube-and-fit and AT-PAC scaffolding systems.
- Performed manbox operations, structural steel installation and general lifting activities within live plant environments.
- Removed and installed valves, blinds, spades, strainers, spools, compressor bellows and associated process pipework.
- Worked collaboratively with mechanical fitters, rope access technicians, insulation crews and process operators to safely execute shutdown and maintenance scopes.
Rigger/Scaffolder/Crane Operator
Hydro Tasmania
Catagunya Power Station - Central Highlands, TAS
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed rigging and crane operations during the overhaul and rebuild of hydroelectric generating unit.
- Operated 30t and 110t bridge cranes, telehandlers and forklifts to support lifting and equipment installation.
- Constructed and dismantled scaffold systems to ensure safe access for maintenance and installation activities.
- Removed and installed turbine components, motors, pumps, valves, pipework and structural steel.
- Supported mechanical fitters in precision alignments, equipment assembly, and commissioning, contributing to successful equipment operational readiness.
Rigger
Summit Cranes
Newcrest Gold Mine - Lihir Island, Papua New Guinea
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Executed lifting operations with 30t, 80t, and 145t Tadano rough terrain cranes and 120t Tadano crawler crane, facilitating critical equipment relocation.
- Performed rigging activities to support major maintenance shutdown, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Removed and installed chutes, conveyor frames, mill lining machines, flotation equipment, and valves, maintaining operational integrity of plant infrastructure.
Rigger/Wind Turbine Technician
Gordon McKay
Yandin Wind Farm, WA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Executed rigging operations for wind turbine erection and commissioning, ensuring safe and efficient setup.
- Facilitated mechanical installation of turbine components with heavy lift cranes, contributing to timely project completion.
Rigger/Wind Turbine Technician
Boom Logistics
Cattle Hill Wind Farm, TAS
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Led rigging activities for the base installation crew, coordinating major lifts using 750t and 160t cranes.
- Coordinated dual-crane top-and-tail lifts for the safe positioning of wind turbine tower sections.
- Installed wind turbine components, ensuring precise alignment of tower sections, nacelle, generator, hubs, and blades for optimal performance.
- Supported crane assembly, disassembly, and relocation to maintain operational efficiency across construction site.
Rigger/Scaffolder
Valhalla Construction
Nyrstar Zinc Smelter - Hobart, TAS
11.2018 - 03.2019
Rigger/Scaffolder
Oz Wide Rigging
Tas Water Sewerage Treatment Plant - Blackmans Bay , TAS
05.2018 - 10.2018
Rigger
Bechtel
Wheatstone LNG Plant - Onslow, WA
09.2015 - 01.2018
Rigger
UGL
Roy Hill Mine - Newman, WA
04.2015 - 08.2015
Rigger
Laing O'Rourke
Roy Hill Port Facility - Port Hedland, WA
01.2015 - 03.2015
Rigger
Monadelphous
BHP Nelson Point - Port Hedland, WA
10.2014 - 12.2014
Rigger
Monadelphous
Rio Tinto Cape Lambert - Wickham, WA
04.2014 - 09.2014
Rigger
Cranes Combined
Hobart, TAS
01.2014 - 04.2014
Rigger
Monadelphous
BHP Finucane Island - Port Hedland, WA
08.2012 - 04.2013
Dogman/Trade Assistant
RCR Resources
Woodside Pluto LNG Plant - Karratha, WA
01.2011 - 05.2012
Combat Systems Operator
Royal Australian Navy
Australia
03.2000 - 03.2006
- Operated radar, electronic warfare and combat systems.
- Performed bridge watchkeeping, helmsman, lookout, navigation plotting and general seamanship duties.
- Conducted replenishment at sea, berthing, mooring, anchoring and small boat launch and recovery operations.
- Participated in firefighting, damage control, toxic hazard response, first aid and emergency exercises.
Key Skills
- Advanced Rigging & Crane Operations
- Complex & Heavy Lifts
- Scaffolding
- Structural Steel Installation
- Shutdown & Maintenance Operations
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Plant Upgrades & Equipment Removal
- High-Risk Work & Permit-to-Work Systems
- FIFO/DIDO & Remote Site Operations
High Risk Work Licences
- RA - Advanced Rigger
- SA - Advanced Scaffolding
- CO - Open Crane
- CB - Bridge and Gantry Crane
- LF - Forklift
- WP - Elevated Work Platform
Certificates & Licences
- Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
- BOSIET/CA-EBS/Escape Chute
- Heavy Rigid Driver Licence (HR)
- Construction White Card
- Working at Heights/Confined Space Entry/Gas Test Atmosphere
- Provide First Aid/CPR/Basic Emergency Life Support
Qualifications
- Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating) - Australian Maritime College
- Certificate IV in Sensor Operations - Royal Australian Navy
- Certificate III in Government - Royal Australian Navy
Maritime Qualifications
- AMSA Certificate of Proficiency - Integrated Rating (STCW Reg II/4 and Reg III/4)
- AMSA Certificate of Proficiency - Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) (STCW Reg VI/2 (I)
- AMSA Certificate of Proficiency – Fast Rescue Boats (STCW Reg VI/2 (2)
- AMSA Certificate of Medical Fitness
- AMSA Certificate of Safety Training (CoST)
- AMSA Steering Certificate
- Long Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP)
- Crisis Management and Human Behaviour (STCW Reg V/2)
- Passenger Safety, Cargo Safety and Hull Integrity (STCW Reg V/2)
- Tanker Familiarisation (Oil & Chemical) (STCW Reg V/1-1)
- Tanker Familiarisation (Liquefied Gas Tanker) (STCW Reg V/1-2)
Military Service Awards
- Active Australian Service Medal – International Coalition Against Terrorism
- Australian Service Medal – Solomon Islands
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- Australian Defence Medal
- Return from Active Service Badge
Timeline
Trainee Integrated Rating
Serco (secondment) - RSV Nuyina
02.2026 - 06.2026
Integrated Rating/Trainee Integrated Rating
TT Line - Spirit of Tasmania Vessels
07.2025 - Current
Rigger/Crane Operator
BridgePro Engineering
04.2025 - 07.2025
Rigger/Deckhand
Go Offshore
04.2024 - 11.2024
Rigger/Scaffolder
Ventia
06.2023 - 11.2024
Rigger/Scaffolder/Crane Operator
Hydro Tasmania
01.2021 - 12.2021
Rigger
Summit Cranes
08.2020 - 10.2020
Rigger/Wind Turbine Technician
Gordon McKay
05.2020 - 08.2020
Rigger/Wind Turbine Technician
Boom Logistics
03.2019 - 03.2020
Rigger/Scaffolder
Valhalla Construction
11.2018 - 03.2019
Rigger/Scaffolder
Oz Wide Rigging
05.2018 - 10.2018
Rigger
Bechtel
09.2015 - 01.2018
Rigger
UGL
04.2015 - 08.2015
Rigger
Laing O'Rourke
01.2015 - 03.2015
Rigger
Monadelphous
10.2014 - 12.2014
Rigger
Monadelphous
04.2014 - 09.2014
Rigger
Cranes Combined
01.2014 - 04.2014
Rigger
Monadelphous
08.2012 - 04.2013
Dogman/Trade Assistant
RCR Resources
01.2011 - 05.2012
Combat Systems Operator
Royal Australian Navy
03.2000 - 03.2006