A leading provider of specialized services to the global industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets, BrandSafway delivers access and scaffolding systems, forming and shoring, industrial services and related solutions to more than 32,000 customers worldwide. BrandSafway was formed when Brand Energy & Infrastructure Services and Safway Group combined in 2017. We are a corporation of 35,000 employees with operations in more than 35 countries.

At BrandSafway, we know that our people are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training and resources they need to succeed.  Join our growing team.  We have an immediate opening for a Rope Access Technician - Level 3 at our Saint John, New Brunswick location..


Responsibilities

• Selects cables, ropes, pulleys, winches, blocks and slings to fixed overhead structures;
• May direct workers engaged in hoisting machinery and equipment;
• Complete required paperwork (ex. Tracking Rope hours, Safety documents, etc.);
• Participate in on-the-job training with on-site personnel;
• Maintenance of rope equipment and conduct equipment checks on a regular basis;
• Maintain and utilize the shared equipment effectively, minimizing and preventing damage;
• Well versed in safety and an understanding of health and safety procedures;
• Identify and report to supervisor any unsafe practices at work and/or any damage;
• Conduct daily job site hazard assessments and pre-work safety meetings;
• Attend and provide input during safety meetings;
• Exhibit positive, courteous behavior with customers, businesses and co-workers;
• Performs the scope of work to completion and satisfaction of the client

Qualifications

• Valid/Current IRATA Level 3 Certification required;
• Red Seal or apprenticeship in a valued trade is an asset;
• Experience working on industrial worksites, oil refineries;
• Experience working with different trades and in different industries with rope access;
• Ability to work in High Elevations;
• Ability to bend, kneel, climb, and squat and have full range of motion;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. unassisted and to operate hand tools;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Solid analytical, judgment and decision-making skills in order to choose most appropriate course of action;
• Organizational and time management skills to ensure projects are completed on time;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment;
• Active and quick learner who takes initiative in learning and acquiring new skills;
• Certification in Confined Space, Energy Safety Canada CSO & WHMIS 2015 required;
•  First Aid/CPR certified;
• Valid current driver’s license

BrandSafway, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, special disabled or Vietnam or other era veteran status.

Notice to all potential job candidates:
Please be advised that BrandSafway will never require or ask for any fee from you in exchange for being considered, hired, promoted, transferred or having ongoing employment with us. It is a violation of our Code of Conduct if any employee requests any money or fee from you in exchange for any special treatment or consideration. If anyone, regardless whether an existing employee, or anyone else, requests payment of any fee in exchange for being hired into our company, you may confidentially contact our HR Compliance department at hrcompliance@brandsafway.com and provide the name of the individual and any other documentation or proof of such an act.