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

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).