Charne Saayman
@charnesaayman
Qualified rigger focused on safe, efficient lifting and mechanical support in industrial environments.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a qualified, safety-driven rigger with experience across offshore, onshore, mining, and construction environments, known for executing complex lifting operations and maintaining rigging gear to high safety standards. I hold a Rigger Apprentice Red Seal and survival certifications (HUET, firefighting, first aid), and I consistently coordinate with teams to deliver safe, efficient lifts under pressure.
I have hands-on experience as a rigger and rigger assistant, plus roles as an electrical assistant and plasma cutter operator, supporting mechanical plant maintenance, pumps, conveyors, and agitators. I am currently expanding my formal training in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering (N2/N3) to strengthen my technical capabilities and long-term contribution to high-safety operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Rigger
Nicolor
Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Conduct lifting and rigging operations using approved equipment, perform safety inspections and maintain rigging gear, and coordinate with team members to execute safe and efficient lifts.
Electrical Assistant
Nicolor
Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 (2 months)
Assisted with installation and repair of electrical systems, conducted safety checks and performed troubleshooting tasks to support site operations.
Plasma Cutter Operator
Consulmet
Jul 2023 - Feb 2024 (7 months)
Operated plasma cutting machinery based on technical drawings, maintained equipment and adhered to safety procedures to ensure precise fabrication.
PERigger Assistant
PetroSA
Jan 2019 - Dec 2023 (4 years 11 months)
Supported rigging operations and equipment setup, assisted in maintenance of pumps, conveyors, agitators, and generators, and worked safely in offshore and onshore environments.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bakersfield College
N3, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
2025 -
Currently enrolled in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering N3 studies at Bakersfield College.
Bakersfield College
N2, Mechanical Engineering
2025 - 2025
Completed Mechanical Engineering N2 coursework at Bakersfield.
Bakersfield College
N2, Electrical Engineering
2024 - 2024
Completed Electrical Engineering N2 coursework at Bakersfield College.
NCNorthlink College
N2, Rigging Theory
2021 - 2021
Completed Rigging Theory N2 at Northlink College focusing on rigging fundamentals and safety.
Hillcrest Secondary School
Matric, Secondary Education
Completed secondary education and obtained Matric certificate in 2018.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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