Industrial Rope Access Foreman (IRATA L2/L3)

Tacten Industrial Inc; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

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Training opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

Tacten Industrial Inc is seeking a Rope Access Industrial Foreman to lead crews at a Fort McMurray, AB client site. The role requires IRATA Level 2/3 certification and a minimum of three years in rope access with supervisory experience.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure IRATA and site safety compliance, mentor crew members, and deliver high-quality outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, reviewing timesheets and risk assessments, and participating in safety audits.

Qualifications

• IRATA Level 2/3 certification required.
• Minimum 3 years in industrial rope access with supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of rope access techniques, equipment and rescue procedures.
• Able to review/verify field docs (timesheets, safety paperwork, inspection records).
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary client contact, coordinate site activities.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership, and training to team members.
• Review and approve timesheets and risk assessments; address deficiencies.
• Ensure work meets safety, quality, and IRATA standards.
• Assist in investigations of near misses and incidents; implement corrective actions.
• Participate in safety, quality, and procedural audits.
• Lead toolbox talks and reinforce safe work practices.
• Coordinate daily assignments and monitor progress; support site operations.
• Perform hands-on rope access work when qualified personnel are unavailable.

Skills

Leadership

Rope access

Safety leadership

Documentation review

Education

IRATA Level 2/3 certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Tacten is seeking a Rope Access Industrial Foreman with IRATA Level 2 or 3 certification to support our client site in Fort McMurray, AB.

As a key member of our team, you will lead crews in the safe and efficient execution of industrial rope access work at height. Leveraging your advanced rope access expertise and leadership experience, you will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with IRATA standards and site-specific safety requirements, mentor crew members, and deliver high-quality results for our clients.

Position Information:

• Start date: August 2026
• 14/14 rotation, 12-hour shifts
• Candidates must be local to Fort McMurray, AB or willing to relocate

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, responding promptly to daily inquiries and coordinating site activities.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership, mentoring, training, and ongoing skills development to team members.
• Review and approve employee timesheets and Field Level Risk Assessments, addressing deficiencies and providing constructive feedback.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies, client requirements, and IRATA standards.
• Assist with the investigation and documentation of near misses, safety incidents, and non-conformances, implementing corrective actions where required.
• Participate in internal and client-led safety, quality, and procedural audits.
• Promote a strong safety culture by leading toolbox talks, reinforcing safe work practices, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Coordinate daily work assignments, monitor project progress, and support the successful execution of site operations.
• When required, perform hands-on rope access work to support operations in situations where qualified personnel are unavailable.

Requirements

• IRATA Level 2 or Level 3 certification required.
• Minimum 3 years experience working in an industrial rope access environment, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of rope access techniques, equipment and rescue procedures.
• Ability to review and verify field documentation, including timesheets, safety paperwork, inspection records, and quality documentation.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while leading a team and maintaining accountability for project execution.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Additional industry certifications (e.g., CSTS/OSSA or OSSA BSO or OSSA CSO) are considered an asset.

Benefits

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career.

Company Overview

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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