L3 Rope Access Technician

AmcoGiffen; Inverness; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 3 volunteer days

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Westfield Rewards

Career development opportunities

Learning opportunities

Safe place to work

Employee forums

Job summary

AmcoGiffen is seeking a Level 3 IRATA Rope Access Technician to join our Scotland-based operations. You will be embedded with the Operational team delivering asset maintenance and inspection across Scotland's rail network.

You will lead rope access activities, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate with site management and design teams from our Inverness regional office. A varied pipeline of projects offers ongoing professional development and field challenges.

Qualifications

• IRATA Level 3 certification is required.
• First Aid certification is required.
• Proven rope access experience in industrial/geotechnical environments.
• Strong health and safety knowledge and practice.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, risk assessments and method statements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor rope access technicians on complex rigging, access and inspection activities.
• Oversee project teams to ensure safety, quality and adherence to specifications.
• Plan rope access tasks in coordination with site management and design teams.
• Maintain and inspect rope access equipment, ensuring safe working condition.

Skills

IRATA Level 3

First Aid

Rope access experience

Health and safety

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

CSCS card

Driving license

Job description

• Pension scheme

Level 3 Rope Access Technician

Rail & Civil Engineering

Regional Office – Inverness, Scotland

An outstanding opportunity for a Level 3 Rope Access Technician to join our team in Scotland and playing a key role in the delivery of a portfolio of projects throughout Scotland.

In return

• Competitive rates of pay
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Up to 3 volunteer days
• Pension scheme
• Life Insurance
• Westfield Health Cash Plan & Westfield Rewards
• Support and employee infrastructure embedded in the business as a platform for personal and professional development creating pathways for unrivalled career development and progression opportunities internally.
• Consistent learning opportunities
• A safe place to work
• Employee forum’s that provide a platform for having your voice heard

The Role

This position will be embedded in the existing Operational team delivering a portfolio of asset management /maintenance works throughout the Scotland rail network.

The Level 3 IRATA Rope Access Technician is responsible for performing high-quality, safe, and efficient rope access operations on various asset maintenance and project schemes, particularly within geo-tech drilling, rock netting, and other specialist tasks.

The technician will operate under the supervision of the IRATA Manager, ensuring compliance with all safety, technical, and procedural requirements, and supporting the overall objectives of the company’s asset management and project delivery.

Supervision and Leadership

• Lead and mentor rope access technicians, providing technical guidance and supervision during complex rigging, access, and inspection activities.
• Oversee project teams to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to project specifications.
• Coordinate with site management teams to plan and execute work efficiently.

Safety Management

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety protocols specific to rail infrastructure access.
• Conduct risk assessments, create method statements, and develop rescue and emergency response plans in accordance with IRATA standards and rail safety regulations.
• Lead rescue operations when required, ensuring quick and safe retrieval in the event of incidents.
• Keep accurate inspection records and ensure equipment is fit for use at all times.

Rope Access Operations

• Perform advanced rope access techniques for inspection, maintenance, and repair on rail assets such as bridges, viaducts, tunnels, and tracks.
• Use visual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods to assess structural integrity.
• Carry out tasks including drilling, and other maintenance activities on rail assets.

Maintenance and Inspection

• Conduct detailed inspections of rail infrastructure, identifying defects or potential issues.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks as directed, ensuring work meets safety and quality standards.
• Record inspection findings, maintenance activities, and safety checks accurately.

Project Planning and Coordination

• Assist in planning rope access projects, defining suitable access techniques, and managing the execution of assigned tasks.
• Coordinate with design teams, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

Equipment and Site Management

• Maintain, inspect, and manage rope access equipment to ensure it remains in safe working condition.
• Oversee the setup and dismantling of rigging and safety systems on-site.

Communication and Documentation

• Prepare and communicate work plans, risk assessments, and safety briefings.
• Maintain detailed site records, including daily reports, safety documentation, and project updates.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings for team members.
• Report any defects, damage, or equipment issues promptly and ensure corrective action is taken.

Environmental and Community Engagement

• Ensure all operations are carried out with consideration for the environment and community safety.
• Liaise with local authorities, clients, and the public as required, maintaining a professional image for the company.

Requirements

• IRATA Level 3 Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Proven experience in rope access techniques within industrial or geotechnical environments
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations related to rope access and asset maintenance
• Ability to work at heights and in challenging environments
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, risk assessments, and method statements
• Valid CSCS card and other relevant certifications
• Flexibility to support site needs and work outside standard hours if required
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel as required for the role

The Company

Why AmcoGiffen?

You will be joining a reputable and firmly established, engineering contractor operating nationally in rail, civils and engineering markets. AmcoGiffen are renowned in the market as a specialist civil, building, mechanical and electrical renewals and maintenance business with ongoing and successful projects and frameworks across the country, you will become part of our expert outfit.

AmcoGiffen has a wealth of experience working on sensitive, live assets in highly regulated environments, we deliver exceptional peace of mind for our customers, creating and maintaining assets across a growing range of high-quality public and private sectors. These include rail, power generation, electricity distribution, flood defence, aviation, waterways and much more.

Diversity & Inclusion at AmcoGiffen

We value collective expertise, but also the spark that one person can bring. As one of us, you can be you, because your individuality is an asset to our business and the communities in which we work and represent.

We are working hard as part of the civil engineering and construction industry, to improve diversity & inclusion. Our Diversity and inclusion journey at AmcoGiffen, is constantly evolving and is designed to break down barriers and promote the principles of a diverse workforce through multiple channels. This includes delivering training, raising awareness, regular forums and sharing our engagement calendar of activities and events to encourage participation at all levels throughout our organisation.

Diversity & Inclusion is embodied throughout our SPIRIT core Business values and lies at the heart of our culture of Safety, Professionalism, Innovation, Respect, Integrity and Teamwork.

AmcoGiffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone and is pro-actively committed to improving our understanding year on year to foster a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees as well as for the customers and communities in which we serve and operate within. It doesn’t matter to us what your age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non-membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class are, or indeed any other personal characteristics not directly related to the relevant job. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment with AmcoGiffen.

Health & Wellbeing

Operating from a people first perspective we support safety and wellbeing in the workplace as a priority. We have large number of colleagues that are trained and qualified mental health first aiders to support and listen where appropriate. We enrol all of the AmcoGiffen family onto an employee assistance programme which provides 24 hour, 7 days a week counselling and advice services.