HOOOORAH! RIGGERS NEEDED FOR THE FINAL BF5 SHUTDOWN!
One last shutdown. One massive moment. Be there.
Blast Furnace 5 | Port Kembla Steelworks | 3-4 March 2026
This is it, crew.
The final shutdown of the legendary Blast Furnace 5.
A site that's shaped steel, shaped careers, and shaped stories across the Illawarra for decades.
And now - for its final send‑off - Ventia is assembling one last elite crew of Riggers to help bring BF5 home with pride.
If you want to be able to say "I was on the last BF5 shutdown", this is your moment.
Let's make it one for the history books.
What's in it for you?
- 12‑hour day & night shifts - choose your pace
- Travel allowance - for eligible legends
- A rock‑solid crew culture - teamwork, trust, and mateship
- Ongoing work potential - other shutdowns & long‑term roles
What You'll Need
- High Risk Work Licence - Dogging & Rigging (Basic, Intermediate or Advanced)
- Working at Heights & Confined Space tickets (preferred)
- Shutdown or heavy industrial experience
- A strong safety mindset - because legends look after each other
Why This Shutdown Is Special
Blast Furnace 5 is more than just equipment - it's an icon.
This shutdown marks the end of an era before BF6 kicks off a new chapter in Port Kembla's steel story.
Join the crew that will give BF5 the send‑off it deserves.
Apply now or email me directly on chantal.marais@ventia.com