Tlhabedi Daniel

A highly experienced and safety-focused Rigger with experience in industrial rigging, heavy lifting, mobile crane operations, load handling and equipment positioning. Proven expertise in operating heavy-duty hydraulic mobile cranes, executing complex and tandem lifts, interpreting lifting plans and load charts, and working closely with rigging teams to ensure safe and efficient lifting operations. Skilled in rope splicing, rigging tackle inspection, load securing and the safe handling of heavy machinery and structural components.

A reliable and disciplined professional with strong knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements, excellent teamwork and communication skills, and a consistent commitment to maintaining high standards of operational safety and efficiency.

Rigger - Gee2Kay / Actom - Lethabo Power Station

(2026-05 - 2026-07)

• Performed rigging, slinging, lifting and load-handling operations in accordance with established site safety standards and procedures.
• Safely positioned, secured and moved heavy equipment and materials using appropriate rigging techniques and equipment.
• Inspected lifting gear, slings, shackles and associated rigging equipment to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Assisted with the coordination of lifting activities, ensuring accurate load positioning and controlled movement of equipment.
• Maintained a strong focus on occupational health and safety requirements throughout all rigging and material-handling activities.
• Communicated effectively with operators, supervisors and site personnel to ensure safe and coordinated lifting operations.
• Assisted with the setup, dismantling and securing of rigging equipment and work areas before and after lifting activities.
• Selected and applied appropriate slings, shackles, chains and lifting accessories according to load requirements and lifting plans.
• Conducted pre-use checks of rigging and lifting equipment, reporting damaged or defective equipment for immediate attention.
• Followed instructions from supervisors and lifting teams to ensure loads were handled, transported and positioned safely and efficiently.

Rigger - Promag Secunda - JICPC Aramco Gunea Conakry, Saudi Arabia

(2025-01 - 2026-03)

• Executed industrial rigging, slinging and load-handling operations in accordance with established safety procedures and site requirements.
• Performed rope splicing and prepared ropes, slings and associated rigging equipment for safe lifting and load-handling activities.
• Safely secured, lifted, moved and positioned heavy equipment, machinery and materials using appropriate rigging techniques.
• Inspected rigging tackle, lifting accessories and equipment to identify wear, damage or defects before use.
• Ensured compliance with occupational health and safety standards and safe working practices during all rigging operations.
• Maintained and stored rigging equipment appropriately to ensure its reliability, serviceability and readiness for use.
• Assisted with the installation, positioning and removal of rigging equipment in support of industrial lifting operations.
• Communicated with supervisors, crane operators and work teams to coordinate lifting activities and ensure safe load movement.
• Selected suitable ropes, slings, shackles, chains and other lifting accessories based on load requirements and operational conditions.
• Maintained a clean, organised and hazard-free work area while adhering to site procedures and operational requirements.

Crane Operator - Babcock - Sasolburg

(2012-01 - 2019-03)

• Operated heavy-duty hydraulic mobile cranes to safely lift, move and position machinery, equipment and structural components.
• Conducted thorough pre-operation inspections of cranes, lifting equipment and safety systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Executed tandem, critical and complex lifting operations in close coordination with rigging teams and site personnel.
• Interpreted lifting plans, load charts and operational instructions to determine safe lifting capacities and procedures.
• Positioned cranes accurately and assessed ground conditions, working areas and surrounding hazards before commencing lifting activities.

Trade Certificate (Red Seal) – Rigger - Rigging - Matimba Rigging and Training (2026)

N3 Certificate in Engineering Studies - Engineering Studies - Cresta Vaal College (2023)