Overview / Responsibilities
Wood is actively recruiting individuals for the following ad hoc offshore positions:
Ad hoc IRATA Rope Access Technicians Level I, II and III
Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Work as a part of a rope access team performing various maintenance and repair tasks in an offshore environment
- Assist in the planning and preparation of work scopes to determine if they can be performed using rope access techniques
- Prepare written rescue plans for specific rope access scopes of work
- Assist in the management and control of the offshore inventory of rope access equipment, including scheduled detailed inspections
- Ensure all equipment is in fit-for-purpose condition and quarantine any defective materials.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports of hours worked on/off ropes
- Must be conversant with all relevant standards, specifications, rules, regulations etc. including Permit to Work (PTW)
Skills / Qualifications
Candidates should possess the following qualifications:
- IRATA rope access certification, Level I, II or III
- Thoroughly familiar with the IRATA Code of Practice, TACS and expectations of reporting as they relate to rope access activities and incidents
- Any combination of experience and / or education in the skilled trades (e.g. pipefitting, electrician, instrumentation, painting, insulating, etc.) would be considered an asset
- Possess mechanical aptitude with the desire to continuously build and share knowledge and skills
- Use of portable hand tools and precision measuring tools
- Formal PPE inspection qualification would be considered an asset
- Knowledge of offshore processes and permit to work systems
For this position, training is required for offshore travel. While it is preferred that candidates already have the below certifications, some training may be provided.
- Basic Survival Training (BST) including HUET and HUEBA
- Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) Alive
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)
- Offshore Safety Regulatory Awareness
- NL Fall Protection
- NL Confined Space Entry
- Emergency First Aid
Physical Requirements
- Must pass a site-specific drug and alcohol test, as required by the customer
- Must pass an Offshore Medical Assesment
- Must be able to safely lift and carry up to 50lbs
- Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above.
- Able to move and work in confined spaces, following proper protocol
- May be required consistently to work 12 hour shifts performing physical labour in varying temperature extremes and conditions. May be required to work overtime on occasion
- Must be able to climb and maintain balance on stairs, ladders, scaffolds and steel framework, utilizing proper fall arrest procedures when required. Able to safely and comfortably work at heights without posing a danger to oneself or others
- Able to meet physical requirements of frequent walking, climbing, standing, bending, twisting and crawling for the duration of the shift
Company Overview
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
Diversity Statement (EEO)
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.