Rope Access Project Mgr

Tacten is seeking a hands-on, energetic Rope Access Operations/Project Manager to lead our operations in the Pacific Region, based in Kitimat, BC. In this high-impact role, you'll oversee multi-trade crews, manage project execution, and ensure safe, efficient, and IRATA-compliant operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to take on leadership, broaden your skills, and drive success on high-profile industrial projects. Tacten has been awarded the maintenance contract at LNG Canada, the country's first LNG export facility, where we provide maintenance services using rope access technology. 

If you're a forward-thinking professional ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

• Position is based locally in Kitimat BC.
• Start date December 20, 2025
• Position will be 40 hrs./week and possible overtime
• Salary range $70.00 to 75.00/hr. depending on certifications
• We are able to offer up to 3 months of temporary housing to assist with your relocation transition if required.
• Certifications are required with application

Daily Responsibilities

• Lead and support welders, pipefitters, and rope access technicians across active job sites.
• Plan, organize, and monitor daily operations, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
• Conduct site visits, toolbox talks, and review JHAs and permits (rope access, hot work, confined space).
• Coordinate logistics for crew travel, mobilization, and accommodations.
• Track consumables, materials, and equipment to maintain readiness and efficiency.

Weekly Responsibilities

• Perform site walk-throughs and safety inspections.
• Review time tracking, project updates, and three-day lookaheads.
• Support Project Managers with QA/QC documentation and cost tracking.
• Verify compliance of rope access gear and PPE.
• Lead or contribute to weekly safety and progress meetings.

Monthly Responsibilities

• Oversee rope access gear inspections and certification renewals.
• Review budgets and forecasts; track project spend against targets.
• Manage shop inventory and place replenishment orders as needed.
• Submit safety, compliance, and performance reports.
• Conduct performance reviews and coordinate training or recertifications.

• IRATA Rope Access Certification preferred but not required

• Extensive experience with Rope Access  Industrial Services

• Hands-on mechanical and industrial experience in complex environments

• Multi-trade leadership, with experience managing and coordinating diverse teams

• Project management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and work execution

• Welding expertise, including inspection, procedures, and fabrication practices

• NDT certifications/experience considered an asset

• Strong computer skills, including database management

• Strong work ethic with a focus on high-quality results

• Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and team members

• Exceptional safety awareness and commitment to quality standards

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills

• Self-motivated and capable of operating at a high technical and performance level

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry's largest clients in the world's harshest environments.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world's largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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