Rope Access Trainee

As a Rope Access Trainee you will embark on a structured training program to develop the technical skills and safety mindset needed for industrial rope access work. Under close supervision youll learn to safely rig ascend descend and maneuver on ropes to perform inspections maintenance and installations in high-access environments.

Training & Development

Participate in a formal IRATA- or SPRAT-accredited rope access training program.

Attend classroom and hands-on workshops covering fundamentals: knot tying rope systems anchor installation fall arrest rescue techniques and equipment inspection.

Complete all written assessments and practical evaluations to progress through trainee levels.

On-the-Job Support

Assist experienced rope access technicians with setup and breakdown of rope systems.

Help carry inspect and maintain personal protective and rope access equipment.

Observe and learn safe work procedures risk assessments and method statements.

Shadow daily rope access operations such as façade inspection welding painting or structural repairs.

Safety & Compliance

Comply with all company and client safety policies including wearing appropriate PPE at all times.

Report any hazards near-misses or incidents promptly to supervisors.

Maintain training records certification logs and equipment inspection tags.

Maintain clear MVR.

This role requires flexibility with out-of-town assignments.

Ongoing compliance with background check requirements and possession of a valid passport required.

Team Collaboration

Communicate clearly with rope access teams riggers scaffolders and site supervisors.

Support ground-based tasks including tool handling material transfer and site housekeeping.

Foster a positive safety-first culture by demonstrating reliability punctuality and a willingness to learn.

Assist technicians with job planning risk assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA/JHA).