Rope Access Technicians – All Levels

Sky5; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Sky5 is seeking experienced Rope Access Technicians (IRATA/SPRAT Levels 1, 2 and 3) to join our Brisbane team on a casual basis. Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you’ll perform façade maintenance, remediation, cleaning and related works on commercial and high-rise buildings using industrial rope access and other specialist access methods.

Successful candidates will have IRATA or SPRAT certification (Levels 1–3), strong safety focus and the ability to work at heights.

Qualifications

• IRATA or SPRAT certification (Levels 1, 2 or 3)
• Experience with industrial rope access and related equipment
• Commitment to workplace health and safety
• Ability to work at heights and in challenging outdoor conditions
• Reliability, teamwork and good communication

Responsibilities

• Undertake rope access activities safely according to IRATA/SPRAT and Sky5 procedures
• Perform façade maintenance, window cleaning, painting, patching, rendering and waterproofing
• Set up and inspect rope access equipment and safety systems
• Prepare surfaces and materials per manufacturer specs and site requirements
• Operate specialist façade maintenance equipment safely
• Follow SWMS and site safety procedures
• Establish exclusion zones and safe work areas
• Monitor weather conditions affecting rope access operations
• Collaborate with Site Supervisors to complete projects safely and efficiently
• Maintain equipment and work areas in a safe, clean condition
• Provide guidance to less experienced technicians within your certification scope

Skills

IRATA/SPRAT certification

Rope access

Building maintenance

Teamwork

Height safety

Job description

Sky5 is seeking experienced and motivated Rope Access Technicians (IRATA/SPRAT Levels 1, 2 and 3) to join our growing Brisbane team on a casual basis.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you will undertake a variety of façade maintenance, remedial, repair and cleaning activities on commercial and high-rise buildings using industrial rope access and other specialist access methods.

Depending on your qualifications, skills and experience, your work may include painting, patching, rendering, waterproofing, façade cleaning, inspections and general building maintenance.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects with an experienced team that values safety, quality and professionalism.

About the role

Sky5 is seeking experienced and motivated Rope Access Technicians (IRATA/SPRAT Levels 1, 2 and 3) to join our growing Brisbane team on a casual basis.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you will undertake a variety of façade maintenance, remedial, repair and cleaning activities on commercial and high-rise buildings using industrial rope access and other specialist access methods.

Depending on your qualifications, skills and experience, your work may include painting, patching, rendering, waterproofing, façade cleaning, inspections and general building maintenance.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects with an experienced team that values safety, quality and professionalism.

What you'll be doing

• Undertaking rope access activities safely in accordance with IRATA/SPRAT requirements, relevant Australian Standards and Sky5 procedures.

• Performing façade maintenance, window cleaning, painting, patching, rendering, waterproofing and general remedial works.

• Setting up, inspecting and using rope access equipment, safety systems and associated resources.

• Preparing surfaces, materials and equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site requirements.

• Operating specialist façade maintenance and remediation equipment safely and effectively.

• Following Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), site‑specific safety procedures and environmental requirements.

• Establishing and maintaining appropriate exclusion zones and safe work areas.

• Monitoring weather conditions and assessing their impact on safe rope access operations.

• Working collaboratively with Site Supervisors and team members to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

• Maintaining equipment, materials and work areas in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

• Providing guidance and support to less experienced technicians where appropriate to your certification and experience.

About you

We are looking for reliable, safety‑conscious individuals who take pride in delivering quality work.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current and valid IRATA or SPRAT certification (Levels 1, 2 or 3), with Levels 2 and 3 highly regarded.

• Demonstrated experience in industrial rope access and a sound understanding of relevant equipment, techniques and safety requirements.

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

• Physical fitness and the ability to undertake work at heights.

• A positive attitude, reliability and a willingness to work as part of a team.

• Good communication, problem‑solving and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to follow instructions and work independently within the scope of your qualifications.

• Full Australian working rights.

• Flexibility and availability to undertake casual work across Brisbane and surrounding areas.

Highly regarded

• Relevant trade qualifications or experience in painting, rendering, waterproofing or building remediation.

• Previous experience in commercial façade maintenance, high‑rise window cleaning or construction.

• Construction White Card and current Working at Heights training.

• Experience operating specialist façade maintenance and remediation equipment.

• Experience supervising or mentoring other rope access technicians.

What's on offer

At Sky5, we recognise that our people are central to our success. We offer:

• Competitive casual hourly rates based on qualifications, skills, experience and applicable industrial instruments.

• Casual opportunities across IRATA/SPRAT Levels 1, 2 and 3.

• Opportunities to work on some of Brisbane's most interesting and challenging commercial and high‑rise projects.

• A variety of work across façade maintenance, remedial repairs, cleaning and specialist access services.

• Supportive, experienced supervisors and a collaborative team environment.

• Ongoing training, skills development and opportunities to progress through rope access certification levels.

• A strong focus on safety, quality and professional standards.

About Sky5

Sky5 is an industry leader in commercial high‑rise window cleaning, façade maintenance and height safety services.

Our mission is to be Australia's leading commercial access solutions and façade maintenance provider.

With a highly experienced team of qualified rope access and height safety specialists, we have established long‑term relationships with many of Australia's major facilities management companies, servicing some of the country's largest and most prestigious buildings.

We are committed to delivering exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and professionalism.

Ready to join Sky5?

If you're an experienced Rope Access Technician looking for flexible casual opportunities, a supportive team and the chance to work on some of Brisbane's most interesting and challenging projects, we'd love to hear from you.