Head Setter

**Company Bio**:
Our client, a rock-climbing gym in the GTA is looking to add a Head Setter to their team. They are looking for somebody that will lead and mentor the team with humility and integrity. Technical skill, safety and ability are cornerstones of this position, as well as experience managing a team. If you believe you embody these skills, Aughdem Recruitment invites you to apply.

**Responsibilities**:

- Team Leadership & Development: Lead, manage, and mentor a cohesive route-setting team. Foster a continuous learning environment, providing regular, constructive feedback and facilitating development opportunities.
- Route Setting & Management: Create high-quality routes catering to all skill levels. Oversee route-setting program, ensuring routes adhere to safety standards and provide engaging experiences.
- Collaboration & Unity: Foster collaboration within the route setting team and across organization departments. Engage in a secondary role such as inspections or front desk work to stay connected with the community.
- Organization & Scheduling: Formulate and maintain an efficient route-setting schedule, optimizing resource utilization and minimizing downtime.
- Communication & Feedback: Promote open dialogue and transparency. Be receptive to feedback and use it constructively to improve the climbing experience and team performance.
- Integrity & Commitment: Consistently uphold the company’s values and commitments.
- Safety & Maintenance: Assist with inspections and adhere to safety and injury prevention protocols. Be proactive in ensuring the safety of both participants and staff.
- Community Engagement & Mentorship: Engage with community members as an ambassador of the craft. Mentor junior and seasoned route setters, facilitating their professional growth.
- Inspire the team to engage in a secondary role such as inspections or front desk work to stay connected with the community.

**Qualifications**:

- Significant route setting experience, with years in leadership roles.
- Comprehensive knowledge of climbing techniques, principles, and safety standards.
- Demonstrated success in building and leading teams.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Robust organizational and time management abilities.
- Capacity to work flexibly under pressure within strict deadlines.
- Experience in fostering team’s professional development.
- Dedication to upholding a positive, inclusive, and respectful work environment.

**Technical Qualifications**:

- Experience in Bouldering, Top Rope, and Lead Climbing is required.
- The ability to comfortably climb 5.12+/V7+ and higher is important.
- Proficiency in using route-setting tools, adapting to repair, and maintenance needs is a must.
- They should have the capacity to lift 50 plus pounds and manage climbing volumes.
- Familiarity with Work at Height protocols and procedures is necessary.
- Ability to efficiently execute hold and equipment procurement plans is required.
- CPR/First Aid certification is preferred.
- ACMG or CWA qualification is expected.