Rope Access Technician

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).