Rigger Level 2 TUV Certified: A Key Role in Safe Lifting and One of the Most Demanding Jobs in Saudi Arabia 2025

Rigger Level 2 TUV Certified:

A Key Role in Safe Lifting and One of the Most Demanding Jobs in Saudi Arabia.

Learn about Rigger Level 2 TUV Certified jobs in Saudi Arabia—key skills, certification, and why it’s one of the most demanding careers in the lifting industry.

A Rigger Level 2 is a certified professional trained to prepare, inspect, and guide lifting operations involving cranes, hoists, and other heavy machinery. They serve as a critical link between the lifting supervisor, crane operator, and ground crew or Rigger Level 3

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What is Rigger: 

Definition: Rigger is a certified person who rig and prepare the load for lifting.

• Rigger Level-III: Beginner Stage

• Rigger Level-II: Skilled & Semi-Supervisory Role

• Rigger Level-I: Expert with leadership and supervisory skills

• Lifting Supervisor: Senior leadership in lifting activities

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Rigger Level-II TUV Certified:

• Rigger level-2 is a second stage in rigging journey.
• Rigger level-2 can rig or lift up to 40 ton(88,000 LBS) weight.
• Rigger level-2 TUV certified is eligible to work in all the projects in KSA except Aramco projects.
• Rigger level-2 TUV certified can also work on aramco projects but only as an assistant under an Aramco approved rigger.
• Rigger level-2 is eligible to perform the critical lifting activities.

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Responsibilities Of Rigger Level-II TUV Certified:

1. Must be aware and have knowledge regarding lifting plane.
2. Must be able to read and understand the equipment load chart.
3. Must have full knowledge of load calculations and equipment, including the SWL calculations for cranes and boom trucks etc.
4. Must be aware about critical lifting (Tandem lifting, Tailing lifting, Blind lifting, High Load Percentage & Man Basket lifting etc)
5. Inspection of all rigging and lifting gears before starting the job.
6. Rigging gears must be color coded as per organization/client safety rules.
7. Identify the load (load weight, load shape, load type).
8. Identify the place where equipment (Crane or Boom truck etc) will setup or installed for activity.
9. Identify the pickup and drop paths (the place from where the load will lift and and the place where the load will keep)
10. Barricade and control the 360° area around the equipment and keep the safety sign boards before starting the lifting activity.
11. Keep a safe distance from electrical power lines and excavations at the work site as per safety rules.
12. Select the correct type and size of rigging and lifting tools as per rigging arrangement.
13. Identify the hazards associated with activity.
14. Take the control measures and precautions as per job hazards.
15. Must be trained and well aware of tag line knotting and holding techniques.
16. Must be stand in a visible and safe position while giving hand signals to operator during lifting activity.
17. Store and clean lifting equipment properly after use.

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Rigging Course, Training & TUV Certifications:

In Saudi Arabia, there are many approved organizations and training centers that offer Rigger Level 3, Level 2, and Level 1 courses, training, and certifications. These organizations help workers acquire the necessary skills and certifications to work safely in the lifting and rigging field.

Organizations Providing Rigger Courses, Training and TUVs in Saudi Arabia:

• TÜV Rheinland Saudi Arabia

• Provides Rigger Level 3, 2, and 1 certifications.
• Internationally recognized training.
• 🌐 Website: https://www.tuv.com/saudi-arabia/en/

• Standard Arabia Inspection Co

• Provides Rigger Level 3, 2, and 1 certifications.
• recognized in the Gulf region.
• 🌐 Website: https://standardarabia.com/services.php

• Velosi Saudi Arabia

• Approved safety and rigging courses.
• Also provides lifting supervisor certifications.
• 🌐 Website: https://www.velosiaims.com/

• Aramco Approved Training Centers

• Many training centers are approved by Saudi Aramco.
• Their certifications are mandatory for Aramco projects.
• 🌐 Website to search for approved vendors: https://vendors.aramco.com/
• (Note: You can search for approved training providers on the Aramco vendor portal.)

• Applus+ Saudi Arabia

• Provides lifting and rigging courses with certifications.
• 🌐 Website: https://www.applus.com/global/en/
• (Select “Saudi Arabia” from the locations.)

• KSA Industrial Training Centers (Local Training Institutes)

• Many local institutes offer NAVTTC-approved or Saudi government-approved rigging courses.
  Examples (No single website covers all centers):

• NAVTTC Pakistan (Certification body): https://navttc.gov.pk/

• Search Google for “Industrial Training Centers in Saudi Arabia for riggers”

• Some local examples:

  • Arabian Safety Training Center: https://astc.com.sa/

  • Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic (SPSP): https://www.spsp.edu.sa/

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TUV Card Prices:

• There are different prices of tuv certifications, its depend on the organization.
• Average cost of rigger level 3 tuv card is around 450 SR to 700 SR.
• Average cost of rigger level 2 tuv card is around 600 SR to 1,000 SR.
• Average cost of rigger level 1 tuv card is around 1,200 SR to 1,500 SR

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TUV Certified Rigger Level-II Salaries & Jobs in KSA:

• The rigging salaries are depend on the organizations and the visa type.
• Three types of visas 1st: open visa, 2nd: open visa but fardhi Type and 3rd: company visa.
• Open visa holder can earn 22 SR/hour to 28 SR/hour or 5,500 SR to 9,000 SR per month.
• Fardhi open visa holder can earn 20 SR/hour to 25 SR/hour or 5,000 SR to 7,000 SR.
• Company visa holder can earn 2,000 SR to 4,000 SR. (bcz his all expenses e.g Iqama, Medical Insurance, FAT provided by Co).
• Jubail is one of the best city to find the rigger job.

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Major Questions which Can Ask in Rigger Level-iii Job Interview:

1. What is Rigger.
2. What is rigging and lifting.
3. Responsibilities of rigger level 2.
4. What is slings.
5. Types of slings.
6. Slings capacities or SWL on different angles.
7. What is shackle.
8. Types of shackles.
9. What is chain block.
10. Types of chain blocks.
11. What is hitch and types of hitches.
12. Crane load chart.
13. What is critical lifting.
14. What is Tandem lifting.
15. What is man basket lifting.
16. What is Tailing lifting.
17. What is Blind lifting
18. What is lifting plan.
19. Types of cranes.
20. Distance from electrical power lines.
21. Distance from excavation.
22. Lifting permit.

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Conclusion:

Rigger Level 2 TUV Certified professionals play a crucial role in ensuring safe and efficient lifting operations in Saudi Arabia’s construction and industrial sectors. With the right training and certification from approved centers, they are qualified to perform critical lifting activities and contribute to workplace safety. The demand for certified riggers remains high, especially in industrial hubs like Jubail, offering competitive salaries and career growth opportunities for skilled workers holding open, fardhi, or company visas.

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FAQs

Q1: Can a Rigger Level 2 TUV Certified work on Aramco projects?
A: Yes, but only as an assistant under an Aramco-approved rigger. Independent rigging on Aramco projects requires Aramco certification.

Q2: What is the maximum lifting capacity for a Rigger Level 2?
A: A Rigger Level 2 can handle lifting operations up to 40 tons (88,000 lbs).

Q3: Which city offers the most rigging job opportunities in Saudi Arabia?
A: Jubail is one of the best cities to find rigging jobs due to its large industrial and construction sector.