Rigging Course Brisbane
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Rigging Course Brisbane
The rigging course Brisbane for your basic RB licence takes you beyond directing lifts and into actually rigging the loads. It expands your legal scope to include rigging of plant and equipment, structural steel, and tilt-up concrete panels - moving you into higher-paying rigging roles on Brisbane construction and civil sites.
Shamrock Training runs the rigging course Brisbane at our Northgate training centre. Our trainers have rigged real loads on real sites - the practical component reflects how the work actually happens.
How Long Does the Rigging Course Brisbane Take?
DURATION
5 days
PREREQUISITE
Valid Dogging (DG) Licence
OUTCOME
RB licence
PRICE
$1,750
Who Needs the Basic Rigging Course in Brisbane?
Workers in construction and civil projects involved in rigging plant and steel
Dogmen who want to expand their ticket and take on rigging work
Workers on Brisbane construction sites where structural rigging is part of the job
Anyone moving toward a career in rigging and lifting operations
Workers whose employers require an RB licence before assigning rigging tasks
The basic rigging licence (RB) is a high risk work licence issued by WorkSafe Queensland. You must hold it before performing rigging work on any Queensland site.
What the Rigging Course Brisbane Covers
Theory:
Rigging equipment wire rope slings, chain slings, synthetic slings, shackles
Load calculation methods and centre of gravity principles
Safe working load requirements and rigging hardware ratings
Rigging configurations for plant and structural steel applications
Tilt-up and precast concrete panel rigging principles
Lift planning - pre-lift checks and documentation
Queensland WHS regulations for rigging work
Practical:
Inspecting and selecting rigging hardware for specific lifts
Setting up rigging for plant and equipment
Steel erection rigging configurations on real loads
Tilt-up rigging setup and communication with crane operator
Pre-lift checks - confirming weight, balance, and sling angles
Communication with crane operators during live lifts
Sign-off and documentation after completed lifts
Next Step After Your Rigging Course Brisbane
After your basic RB licence and some practical experience, the next step is the intermediate rigging course - adding mast climbing platforms, hoists, and more complex rigging to your scope.
Where We Train - Brisbane Northgate
Northgate training centre near Brisbane Airport. Workers come from Nundah, Banyo, Eagle Farm, Geebung, Virginia, Hamilton, Hendra, Chermside, Kedron, and across Brisbane's northern corridor.
COURSE DETAILS
FAQs - Rigging Course Brisbane
What skills do riggers need?
Riggers need strong spatial awareness, load calculation skills, knowledge of rigging equipment and working load limits, and the ability to read lift plans and communicate clearly with crane operators and dogmen. These skills are built progressively through the basic, intermediate, and advanced rigging licences delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
What tools do riggers use?
Riggers commonly use wire rope slings, chain slings, synthetic web slings, shackles, turnbuckles, and rigging hardware selected based on load weight and configuration. Safe use of all this equipment is covered in the Basic Rigging Licence course (CPCCLRG3001) at Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
What is the highest paying rigger job?
Advanced riggers working on major civil, infrastructure, and resources projects typically earn the most, often exceeding standard rigging rates due to the complexity of the lifts involved. Progressing to the RA advanced rigging licence through Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane is the pathway to these higher-paying roles.
What are the 4 types of rigging?
The four main types of rigging are wire rope slings, chain slings, synthetic web slings, and fibre rope, each selected based on load weight, shape, and working load limits. All are covered in the Basic Rigging Licence course (CPCCLRG3001) delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
How much do riggers get paid in Australia?
Riggers in Australia typically earn between $45 and $65 per hour depending on licence level, location, and project type, with advanced riggers on major Brisbane infrastructure projects often at the higher end. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers the rigging licences needed to access these higher-paying roles.
What qualifications do you need for rigging?
You need a High Risk Work Licence, starting with the Basic Rigging Licence (RB, CPCCLRG3001), which requires a valid Dogman (DG) licence as a prerequisite. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers basic, intermediate, and advanced rigging licences with weekly course intakes.
Book Your Training in Brisbane
We run courses weekly from our Northgate training centre, with flexible weekday and weekend availability. Demand is high, especially before major project starts across key industrial areas. Have a question about which ticket suits your role? Check our FAQs → or get in touch directly.
Need on-site training? Our trainers can travel anywhere in Queensland.