Applicant's must currently be in Australia and available for work in Sydney.

Company Description

Specialist Height Access (SHA) provides rope access, height safety, rigging, and hauling services to building owners, builders, facility managers, and industrial operators. The team designs, supplies, installs, inspects, and maintains height safety systems that comply with Australian Standards and manufacturer guidelines, helping clients keep assets safe, compliant, and durable. SHA delivers complex projects across iconic sites such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, major dams, wind farms, and commercial developments.

The company is an IRATA member (4057/OT) and holds ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 accreditations, reflecting a strong commitment to quality, safety, and environmental standards. From its Banksmeadow training facility, SHA also provides IRATA rope access training led by an in-house IRATA trainer.

Role Description The IRATA Rope Access Welder role is a temporary, on-site position based in Sydney, NSW. In this role, the team member will perform welding and fabrication tasks at height using rope access methods, supporting maintenance, repair, and installation projects on various structures. Day-to-day responsibilities include setting up and using rope access systems, executing safe and precise welding operations, assisting with structural repairs,



and collaborating with other trades to deliver project outcomes.

The role also involves inspecting work areas, equipment, and welds for safety and quality, completing job documentation, and following company procedures and legislative requirements. The IRATA Rope Access Welder will work within a site-based team, maintaining strong safety practices and clear communication in challenging environments.

Qualifications

- Ability to perform safe Rope Access operations, with proven skills in Working at Height / Work at Height.
- Experience with Inspection tasks related to structures, equipment, and completed welds.
- Relevant trade qualification in welding or metal fabrication (e.g., certified welder or equivalent apprenticeship).
- Current IRATA rope access certification (Level 1, 2, or 3) and understanding of IRATA guidelines.
- Robust knowledge of height safety systems, PPE usage, and safe work procedures on high-risk sites.
- Good physical fitness, situational awareness, and the ability to work in exposed, confined, or hard-to-reach areas.
- Demonstrated teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills in industrial or construction environments.
- Additional experience in tasks such as window cleaning, rigging, or general maintenance at height is an advantage.

📌 IRATA Rope Access Welder (Sydney)
🏢 Specialist Height Access
📍 Sydney