Trainee Rope Access Maintenance Technician

One to One personnel Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maintenance company in the UK is looking for Trainee Rope Access Maintenance Technicians to engage in maintenance projects at heights. The position offers training for the IRATA Level 1 Rope Access course, tools, uniform, and a company van. Ideal for candidates eager to learn with a background in construction or maintenance. Successful applicants will have a valid UK Driving Licence and must be physically fit to perform tasks at heights.

Benefits

IRATA Level 1 Rope Access course paid

Uniform and tools provided

Company van and fuel paid

Long-term progression with training

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.
• College leavers welcome with relevant qualifications.
• Eager to learn and gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance at heights.
• Complete tasks per industry standards and safety regulations.
• Work mainly on commercial sites across M25.

Skills

Background in construction or maintenance

Physically fit for maintenance tasks

Comfortable working at heights

Education

NVQ or hands on trade experience

Job description

Overview

Permanent | London (within M25) | £45,000 PA | Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm

We are hiring for Trainee Rope Access Maintenance Technicians to join a growing team of experienced contractors working on high access maintenance projects across commercial sites, from high rise skyscrapers to historical landmarks.

Step into a unique opportunity to grow your career with a well-established, reputable company at the forefront of a niche industry — perfect for those eager to learn, gain hands on experience and make a real impact.

What you will be doing:

• General building maintenance at height (e.g. cleaning, mastic, replacing guttering, repointing brickwork, minor roofing, bird netting, glazing in compliance with industry standards and safety regulations)
• External only work (not accessible from inside buildings)
• Mainly London based work, occasional sites like Reading or surrounding areas but mainly within the M25

What we are looking for:

• Background in construction or maintenance (bricklaying, roofing, carpentry etc)
• NVQ or hands on trade experience – college leavers welcome but would have a valid UK Driving Licence and relevant qualifications
• Must be physically fit and able to perform maintenance tasks whilst working at heights
• Comfortable with working at heights and keen to train in rope access

What’s included:

• IRATA Level 1 Rope Access course paid for (5 days)
• Uniform, PPE, and tools provided
• Company van and fuel paid (usage TBC)
• 40 hours/week with optional Saturday overtime at time and a half
• Long-term progression with funded training to Level 3 Rope Access

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this role apply now to Julie or Aimee at One to One Personnel on 01702 464 444 or email your CV directly to [e-mail] or [e-mail]