Rope Access_Irata Level 1 Technician

Job Description: IRATA Level 1 Technician

Role Summary:
A Level 1 Technician is an entry-level operative who can perform a range of rope access tasks under the direct supervision of a Level 3 Supervisor. They are primarily responsible for their own safety and assisting the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform work tasks on ropes as directed by a Level 3 Supervisor.
• Conduct pre-use inspections of their personal rope access equipment.
• Rig and use rope access systems under the close supervision of a higher-level technician.
• Assist in the rigging and operation of the rope access system.
• Implement safe working practices in accordance with the company's safety management system.
• Keep their work area clean and organized.
• Report any hazards or equipment defects to the Level 3 Supervisor immediately.

Supervision Received:

• Must work under the direct, on-site supervision of an IRATA Level 3 Supervisor.

Required Certification & Experience:

• Certification: Valid IRATA Level 1 certificate.
• Experience: No prior rope access experience required for the initial certification (gained through a 4-5 day training course). To advance to Level 2, a minimum of 1,000 hours and 12 months of logged experience at Level 1 is required.

Typical Job Titles:

• Rope Access Technician (Trainee)
• Rope Access Operative

Job Type: Full-time