Job Description
GC Wind Services Pty Ltd
Job Brief:
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Position:Rope Access Technician
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Location: Tweed Heads, NSW
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Job type: Full Time, 38 hours/week
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Salary range: AUD 120k to 130k
Key Responsibilities
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Perform rope access activities in accordance with IRATA requirements, company procedures and site specific requirements.
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Safely access wind turbine blades using approved rope access techniques to carry out inspection, maintenance and repair activities.
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Perform detailed visual inspections of wind turbine blades and identify defects including cracks, erosion, lightning damage, delamination, leading edge wear and structural damage.
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Carry out composite blade repairs, surface preparation, laminating, filling, sanding, finishing and coating applications in accordance with approved repair specifications and manufacturer requirements.
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Complete blade cleaning, preventative maintenance and protective coating works as required.
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Conduct pre-use inspections of rope access equipment, PPE, rescue equipment and tools, ensuring all equipment remains compliant and serviceable.
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Establish, inspect and maintain rope systems and anchor points in accordance with IRATA requirements.
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Monitor weather conditions, wind speeds and environmental factors, suspending work whenever conditions become unsafe.
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Participate in rescue planning and emergency response activities and maintain readiness to perform rope access rescues.
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Accurately complete inspection reports, repair records, quality documentation, photographic evidence and daily work reports.
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Report blade defects, equipment faults, hazards, incidents and non-conformances to the Rope Access Supervisor or Site Manager immediately.
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Comply with all Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permits and company Health,



Safety and Setting (HSE) procedures.
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Work collaboratively with Blade Platform Operators, Blade Technicians, Supervisors and other site personnel to safely complete inspection and repair works.
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Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean, organised and serviceable condition.
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Participate in toolbox talks, pre-start meetings, competency assessments, emergency drills and ongoing training.
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Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across all project sites.
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Skills
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Sound understanding of industrial rope access systems, equipment and techniques.
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Knowledge of wind turbine blade inspection, composite repair techniques and quality standards.
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Strong commitment to workplace health, safety and environmental standards.
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Ability to work safely at heights in challenging environmental conditions.
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Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Ability to identify defects, damage and deterioration in wind turbine blades.
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Competent in the safe use of hand tools, power tools and composite repair equipment.
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Ability to complete inspection reports, repair documentation and photographic records.
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Physically fit with the ability to perform demanding work at height.
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Calm, safety-focused and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.
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Qualifications
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Construction White Card.
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IRATA Level 1, 2 or 3 Certification (or SPRAT equivalent, where applicable).
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GWO Basic Safety Training (BST).
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Working at Heights.
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Current First Aid and CPR.
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Rescue from Heights competency.
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Current Australian Driver Licence.
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High Risk Work Licence (desirable).
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Experience performing wind turbine blade inspections and repairs (desirable).
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