Rope Access Mechanical General Foreman

Tacten Industrial Inc; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Mechanical General Foreman skilled in rope access techniques and mechanical expertise. In this pivotal role, you will oversee high-altitude operations while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your leadership will guide a team of technicians, enhancing their skills and ensuring safety on-site. This dynamic position offers the chance to work on diverse projects in a variety of sectors, including Oil and Gas and Construction. Join a rapidly growing company that values innovation and offers extensive training and career development opportunities. Be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence and safety in challenging environments.

Benefits

Extensive training and courses

Career progression opportunities

FIFO provided to major local city hubs

Attractive hours-based benefits program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of rope access and industrial experience required.
• Leadership experience and technical report writing skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operations of technicians and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor technicians.

Skills

Rope Access Techniques

Mechanical Expertise

Technical Report Writing

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

IRATA Level 3 Certificate

Journeyman Trade Certification (Pipefitter or Welder)

Tools

Maximo

Tableau

Pangea

Job description

Position Summary

Tacten is seeking an experienced IRATA Level 3 Mechanical General Foreman to support our client site, CNRL Albian, in Fort McMurray, AB. In this critical role, you will be a key member of our team responsible for executing high-altitude tasks with precision, efficiency, and safety. Leveraging your advanced skills and expertise in rope access techniques and mechanical expertise, you will play a crucial role in overseeing complex operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and delivering exceptional results for our clients.

Position Information:

• Start Date: May 27, 2025
• 14/14 rotation, 80hrs./week
• FIFO provided to all major local city hubs

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day operations of Technicians, Industrial Trades, Inspectors, and Engineers.
• Ensure compliance with IRATA standards, safety procedures, and project specifications.
• Respond daily to inquiries made by the Client.
• Provide technical guidance, direction, mentoring, training, and skills development to technicians reporting to you.
• Review and approve time sheets and Field Level Risk Assessments, correct deficiencies, and provide feedback to technicians.
• Assist in the investigation and documentation of near misses, safety incidents, and non-conformances.
• Participate in Internal and Client-led procedural and process safety and quality audits.
• If required, provide services in situations where no other persons are available to perform the work.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid IRATA Level 3 Certificate.
• Minimum 5 years of rope access experience.
• Minimum of 5 years Industrial experience.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory or leadership experience.
• Journeyman trade certification preferred (Pipefitter or Welder).
• Technical report writing skills.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with computer software including Maximo, Tableau, and Pangea (or willing to learn).
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and perform in fast-paced and under pressure environments.

Benefits

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international privately 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. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

Company Overview

For 20 years, Tacten has been a leader 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 the 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.