Rope Access Examiners

Penguin Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Rope Access Examiner to deliver inspections and examinations across rail, highways, and built assets. The role is primarily based in the Sheffield area with travel to sites across the UK.

Ideal candidates hold IRATA Level 2 or 3, STE 04, and Confined Space Entry. PTS and CSCS are desirable, and the position offers long-term opportunities within a growing specialist team.

Qualifications

• IRATA Level 2 or 3 required.
• STE 04 certification required.
• Confined Space Entry is essential.
• PTS and CSCS are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rope access inspections and examinations across assets (rail, highways, buildings).
• Travel to project sites across the UK from the Sheffield base.

Skills

IRATA

Confined Space Entry

PTS/CSCS (desirable)

Job description

Rope Access Examiners (211298) South Yorkshire, England

Salary: GBP40000 - GBP46000 per annum

Rope Access Examiner

Our client is expanding. With a strong pipeline of newly secured contracts across the UK, we’re looking for experienced Rope Access Examiners to join our team and support the continued growth of a national multidisciplinary's infrastructure inspection services.

With over 30 years of industry experience, we deliver best-in-class inspection, examination, and maintenance solutions across rail, highways, and complex structures. Our portfolio includes over 10,000 rail structure examinations and 6,000+ highways inspections, working with major clients across critical UK infrastructure.

The Role

You’ll be involved in delivering high-quality inspections and examinations across a range of assets including:

• Rail structures and bridges
• Highways infrastructure
• Buildings, masts, and towers
• Confined spaces and culverts

Our services include rope access inspections, vegetation removal, scour assessments, and structural drone surveys—giving you the opportunity to work on diverse and technically engaging projects.

Location

Primarily based in and around the Sheffield area, with travel to project sites across the UK.

Requirements

• IRATA Level 2 or 3 (valid)
• STE 04 certification
• Confined Space Entry (essential)
• PTS and CSCS card (desirable)

Why Join?

• Be part of a rapidly growing team due to newly awarded contracts
• Work on high-profile UK infrastructure projects
• Long-term opportunities with a respected specialist access provider
• Diverse project exposure across rail, highways, and built environments