Rigging
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC)
Have you got rigging experience and are keen to take on more responsibility, but don’t have the formal qualifications to get ahead?
Or maybe you have overseas-qualifications and you’re looking to get them converted to the New Zealand equivalents to stay at the top of your game.
Recognition New Zealand is a platform developed by The Skills Organisation to deliver a recognition of current competence (RCC) programme for the Rigging industry. The RCC programme in rigging could be the solution you’ve been looking for. This programme is designed to recognise the skills and knowledge you’ve gained from hands-on experience in the industry, giving you a pathway to a New Zealand qualification in rigging.
The RCC programme in rigging could be the solution you’ve been looking for. This programme is designed to recognise the skills and knowledge you’ve gained from hands-on experience in the industry, giving you a pathway to a New Zealand qualification in rigging.
NZC in Rigging (Level 3) General – Basic
Who it’s designed for
This qualification covers the ability to safely set up and control the movement of loads over distance, usually suspended, and operate a variety of hoisting devices and rigging equipment.
It’s the first step on the rigging pathway and covers the basics of rigging.
If you’re interested, please download and complete the relevant qualification form:
For experienced riggers who hold a formal New Zealand qualification in rigging (pre-NZQA).
For experienced riggers who hold a formal overseas qualification in rigging.
For experienced riggers with no formal qualification in rigging.
NZC in Rigging (Level 4) – Intermediate
Who it’s designed for
This qualification recognises your intermediate rigging experience. The second step in the rigging pathway, graduates will be able to plan, prepare, complete, and lead a team through rigging activities. It is also a prerequisite to the NZC in Rigging (Level 5).
If you’re interested, please download and complete the relevant qualification form:
For experienced riggers who hold a formal New Zealand qualification in rigging (pre-NZQA).
For experienced riggers who hold a formal overseas qualification in rigging.
For experienced riggers with no formal qualification in rigging.
NZC in Rigging (Level 5) – Advanced
Who it’s designed for
This qualification recognises your advanced rigging skills and knowledge. You will be competent to plan, prepare documentation and control complex rigging.
This qualification is the third step in the New Zealand load-lifting rigging qualification pathway.
It is suitable for people who have gained the New Zealand Certificate in Rigging (Level 4) with optional strands in Construction Rigging.
If you’re interested, please download and complete the relevant qualification form:
For experienced riggers who hold a formal New Zealand qualification in rigging (pre-NZQA).
For experienced riggers who hold a formal overseas qualification in rigging.
For experienced riggers with no formal qualification in rigging.
Training Agreement & Schedule
Download the Training Agreement
Download the Rigging Programme Schedule
Please note you need to complete and send in both forms.
The Rigging RCC Process
Click here to view the full details on the rigging RCC process, what it involves and information on how to apply.
Next steps
If you are interested in undertaking RCC:
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- Download the relevant forms above
- Complete the Training Agreement and Schedule
- Call us on 0508 SKILLS (0508 754 557) to arrange payment.
- Once this is complete, scan and email your forms through to recognition@skills.org.nz.
If you have further questions, contact us at recognition@skills.org.nz.