Rope Access Coordinator

We are looking for a Rope Access Coordinator

RAM , Rope Access Maintenance Inc, is a premium Rope Access provider located within Toronto, Ontario. RAM provides Construction, Maintenance and Inspection services throughout Canada.

Over the years RAM has developed to become an innovative, dependable leader within the commercial and industrial sector with a particular focus on General Construction. We are committed to providing turnkey solutions to our clientele using our expertise and agile project execution.

RAM Core Competencies include:

• General Maintenance & Repair
• Inspection Services including NDT/NDE: Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, Visual
• Certified Welding and Steel Work
• Concrete Coring & Civil Construction Repair
• Electrical Upgrades & Retrofits
• Coatings, Sand Blasting & Painting
• Mechanical & General Millwright Work

RAM is highly focused on company cohesion and a friendly, secure work environment for all. We have a long operating history and we are looking forward to bringing onboard highly motivated individuals onto the team

Please see more at RamAccess.ca

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Rope Access Coordinator is ultimately responsible for:

• Full cycle construction project logistics, including but not limited to:
• Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics of commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Project planning support including confirmation of access, rigging and lifting considerations as well as the selection of appropriate rope access equipment, personal protective equipment and required trade tools.
• Ensure all deployed equipment receives a pre-use check, and is found in good condition and suitable for the intended task on a project by project basis.
• Coordinate with project teams, field services, and other departments as required to ensure assigned tasks are completed and project schedules met.
• Conduct project mobilization and demobilization with available resources.
• Liaison with field personnel for all required project logistics and respond to clients requests for materials and supply requirements.
• Management of rental equipment including vendor establishment, managing costs, arranging for pickup and return of rental equipment.
• Coordinate all project bookings, accommodations, flights and transportation planning for out of town jobs as required.
• Prevent and/or resolve logistics difficulties at any point in the project cycle with on site staff.
• Work Directly with Operations to coordinate day to day business functions as required.
• Inform the Operations Director and/or Managing Director when more support is required.
• Conduct project site visits and virtual meetings as required for logistical coordination or job site set up.
• Support field operations on an as required basis.
• Traveling to various work locations throughout the region as required.

Management of Warehouse & Operations Assets:

• Manage and maintain operational assets inclusive of rope access equipment, tools, rentals and fleet vehicles.
• Maintain the warehouse in a neat, orderly and efficient fashion.
• Plan and optimize the warehouse layout to prevent loss or damage and achieve full space utilization.
• Purchasing of routine inventory items to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Investigate and resolve inventory and reporting discrepancies to ensure assets control.
• Assign specific tasks to team members for related tasks within the warehouse. Training, Handling or monitoring staff as they perform basic shop related tasks.
• Organizing deliveries to job sites or the warehouse.
• Manage internal tools & equipment software (Ie, Papertrail, Google sheets or other as required)
• Facilitate routine maintenance and inspections of rope access equipment, PPE and tools with internal staff.
• Conduct bi-annual equipment inspections in accordance with standard company policy and procedures.
• Oversee bi-annual vehicle inspections of the company pickup truck fleet in coordination with management.
• Coordinate routine vehicle maintenance with local vendors / automotive shops.
• Provide equipment updates and suggestions to the Rope Access Manager and Technical Authority.

Inventory Support:

• Support routine inventory counts.
• Support internal inventory transfers.
• Conduct product counts upon request.
• Receive and track incoming inventory items through established work flows.
• Support Human Resources, inclusive of
• Facilitate appropriate employee onboarding including familiarization of rope access equipment.
• Review Quarterly professional development plan for workers and supervisors with the Training Manager and Operations Director.
• Report and verify work hours when team members are assigned to support warehouse / shop activities.

Support Health & Safety Compliance:

• Collection and upkeep of minimum safety / qualification requirements on a per project basis.
• Coordination of safety certifications as needed including maintenance of personnel records.
• Directly work with and support Technical Authority in aspects related to:
• Internal annual audits, field audits, IRATA audits and Equipment management.
• Provide Technical Authority with any and all required data, forms or processes as required during internal audits.

Assets, Knowledge and Experience

• Well-organized self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills who enjoys a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Initiative-driven individuals to develop processes as well as drive efficiencies and safety.
• Ability to independently handle multiple projects simultaneously and multitask efficiently.
• Teamwork skills to interact effectively with all levels of management, clients, vendors, employees and 3rd party affiliates.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines including working additional hours outside normal hours as required or emergency projects / short notice projects.
• Possesses professional phone mannerisms.
• Possesses professional email writing mannerisms.
• Outgoing personality; high energy; flexible.
• Great attitude and desire to work hard.
• Hands on approach orientated.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer skills.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Rope Access Background (IRATA / SPRAT)
• Health and Safety Background
• All Applicable OSHA certificates including, Working at Heights, Workers Awareness, Supervisor’s Awareness to work within Construction.
• Has Canadian residency with a Social Insurance Number.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License with personal vehicle.
• Clean Drivers Abstract & Clean Background Check.

Desirable Skills, Certifications & Qualifications

• Rope Access Experience is an asset.
• Health and Safety Experience is an asset.
• Passion for Rock Climbing, Rescue, or General Safety is an asset.
• Previous Rescue Experience / training is a asset.
• Hoisting and Rigging Experience & Tickets is a asset.
• Petzl PPE Competent Inspection Course is an asset.
• Other occupational health and safety certifications / instructional experience (JHSC, Supervisory training, fit testing, LOTO, OHSA)

Work Conditions And Physical Capabilities

Day to Day working conditions will be in a warehouse environment indoors. Standing for extended hours, lifting heavy objects from shelves or out of trucks. Personal workstation to be provided on site within the warehouse.

On an as required basis: Be capable of functioning in climatic extremes; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; good Hand-eye coordination; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; and provided direct assistance onsite on an as required basis.

What We Offer

• Robust industry leader with training and mentorship
• Full Time Salary Position
• High quality equipment and tools
• Highly focused Safety Culture
• Training Opportunities Provided
• Industry leading training so you're safe and effective on the job
• Awesome company events that happen a few times a year
• Paid vacation after probationary period
• Employee discounts on all suppliers including petzl, liberty mountain etc.
• Free parking and coffee all day long
• A RAM uniform and Gear

How to Apply

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