Job Description

Rope Access Technician - (AF301 - CAIl- -2) n

Affinity Migration Group Pty Ltd – Tweed Heads NSW

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Job Brief:
Position:Rope Access Technician
Location: Tweed Heads, NSW
Job type: Full Time, 38 hours/week
n Salary range: AUD 120k to 130k

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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 Environment (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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- Valuable 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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📌 Rope Access TechnicianCAIl-2665-482-2) (Tweed Heads)
🏢 Affinity Migration Group
📍 Tweed Heads