Rope Access Technician - (AF301 - CAIl-2665-482-2)

Affinity Migration Group Pty Ltd; Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

GC Wind Services Pty Ltd is seeking a Rope Access Technician to perform rope access activities on wind turbine blades, conducting inspections, repairs and preventive maintenance on site in Tweed Heads, NSW. You will use IRATA-compliant methods and high safety standards to ensure quality work.

The role requires Blade inspection expertise, hand/power tool skills, and a strong safety mindset. Full-time, 38 hours/week, AUD 120k–130k; experience with wind energy projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• IRATA or SPRAT rope access certification is required.
• Experience inspecting and repairing wind turbine blades.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in challenging environments.
• Competent in using hand and power tools for composite repairs.
• Ability to document reports and maintain safety records.

Responsibilities

• Perform rope access activities in accordance with IRATA requirements, company procedures and site specific requirements.
• Safely access wind turbine blades using approved rope access techniques to carry out inspection, maintenance and repair activities.
• Perform detailed visual inspections of wind turbine blades and identify defects including cracks, erosion, lightning damage, delamination, leading edge wear and structural damage.
• Carry out composite blade repairs, surface preparation, laminating, filling, sanding, finishing and coating applications in accordance with approved repair specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Complete blade cleaning, preventative maintenance and protective coating works as required.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of rope access equipment, PPE, rescue equipment and tools, ensuring all equipment remains compliant and serviceable.
• Establish, inspect and maintain rope systems and anchor points in accordance with IRATA requirements.
• Monitor weather conditions, wind speeds and environmental factors, suspending work whenever conditions become unsafe.
• Participate in rescue planning and emergency response activities and maintain readiness to perform rope access rescues.
• Accurately complete inspection reports, repair records, quality documentation, photographic evidence and daily work reports.
• Report blade defects, equipment faults, hazards, incidents and non-conformances to the Rope Access Supervisor or Site Manager immediately.
• Comply with all Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permits and company Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Blade Platform Operators, Blade Technicians, Supervisors and other site personnel to safely complete inspection and repair works.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean, organised and serviceable condition.
• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, competency assessments, emergency drills and ongoing training.
• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across all project sites.

Skills

Rope access expertise

Blade inspection

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

IRATA Certification (Level 1-3)

GWO BST

Construction White Card

First Aid & CPR

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Composite repair equipment

Job description

• Perform rope access activities in accordance with IRATA requirements, company procedures and site specific requirements.


• Safely access wind turbine blades using approved rope access techniques to carry out inspection, maintenance and repair activities.


• Perform detailed visual inspections of wind turbine blades and identify defects including cracks, erosion, lightning damage, delamination, leading edge wear and structural damage.


• Carry out composite blade repairs, surface preparation, laminating, filling, sanding, finishing and coating applications in accordance with approved repair specifications and manufacturer requirements.


• Complete blade cleaning, preventative maintenance and protective coating works as required.


• Conduct pre-use inspections of rope access equipment, PPE, rescue equipment and tools, ensuring all equipment remains compliant and serviceable.


• Establish, inspect and maintain rope systems and anchor points in accordance with IRATA requirements.


• Monitor weather conditions, wind speeds and environmental factors, suspending work whenever conditions become unsafe.


• Participate in rescue planning and emergency response activities and maintain readiness to perform rope access rescues.


• Accurately complete inspection reports, repair records, quality documentation, photographic evidence and daily work reports.


• Report blade defects, equipment faults, hazards, incidents and non-conformances to the Rope Access Supervisor or Site Manager immediately.


• Comply with all Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permits and company Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) procedures.


• Work collaboratively with Blade Platform Operators, Blade Technicians, Supervisors and other site personnel to safely complete inspection and repair works.


• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean, organised and serviceable condition.


• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, competency assessments, emergency drills and ongoing training.


• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across all project sites.

GC Wind Services Pty Ltd

Job Brief

Position: Rope Access Technician

Location: Tweed Heads, NSW

Job type: Full Time, 38 hours/week

Salary range: AUD 120k to 130k

Key Responsibilities

• Perform rope access activities in accordance with IRATA requirements, company procedures and site specific requirements.


• Safely access wind turbine blades using approved rope access techniques to carry out inspection, maintenance and repair activities.


• Perform detailed visual inspections of wind turbine blades and identify defects including cracks, erosion, lightning damage, delamination, leading edge wear and structural damage.


• Carry out composite blade repairs, surface preparation, laminating, filling, sanding, finishing and coating applications in accordance with approved repair specifications and manufacturer requirements.


• Complete blade cleaning, preventative maintenance and protective coating works as required.


• Conduct pre-use inspections of rope access equipment, PPE, rescue equipment and tools, ensuring all equipment remains compliant and serviceable.


• Establish, inspect and maintain rope systems and anchor points in accordance with IRATA requirements.


• Monitor weather conditions, wind speeds and environmental factors, suspending work whenever conditions become unsafe.


• Participate in rescue planning and emergency response activities and maintain readiness to perform rope access rescues.


• Accurately complete inspection reports, repair records, quality documentation, photographic evidence and daily work reports.


• Report blade defects, equipment faults, hazards, incidents and non-conformances to the Rope Access Supervisor or Site Manager immediately.


• Comply with all Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permits and company Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) procedures.


• Work collaboratively with Blade Platform Operators, Blade Technicians, Supervisors and other site personnel to safely complete inspection and repair works.


• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean, organised and serviceable condition.


• Participate in toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, competency assessments, emergency drills and ongoing training.


• Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across all project sites.

Skills

• Sound understanding of industrial rope access systems, equipment and techniques.


• Knowledge of wind turbine blade inspection, composite repair techniques and quality standards.


• Strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental standards.


• Ability to work safely at heights in challenging environmental conditions.


• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.


• Ability to identify defects, damage and deterioration in wind turbine blades.


• Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and composite repair equipment.


• Ability to complete inspection reports, repair documentation and photographic records.


• Physically fit with the ability to perform demanding work at height.


• Calm, safety-focused and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.

Qualifications

• Construction White Card.


• IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3 Certification (or SPRAT equivalent, where applicable).


• GWO Basic Safety Training (BST).


• Working at Heights.


• Current First Aid and CPR.


• Rescue from Heights competency.


• Current Australian Driver Licence.


• High Risk Work Licence (desirable).


• Experience performing wind turbine blade inspections and repairs (desirable).