Rope Access Technician

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future. We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

Our Asset Integrity Management team are currently looking for IRATA Level 3 Rope Technician's to help support an upcoming offshore hook-up project scope. As an IRATA Level 3 Technician, you will be responsible for conducting inspection activities in accordance with approved inspection plans and internal procedures.

• Ensure Rope Access activities comply with safe work practices and in accordance with legislation and HSSE Policies and procedures.
• Actively support the safety, quality and regulatory processes Adopt the safe work practices and procedures in accordance with industry standards, location and required scope of work.
• Assist the inspection and replacement of equipment, as well as other logistical tasks associated with maintaining a sound state of readiness of installations.
• Execute inspection services and job functions while at heights and difficult access points safely and with the upmost quality.
• Ensure operational safety of all rope access equipment.
• Assist in high angle rescue activities as a part of the HAR team.
• Supervise, support and mentor other technicians

• Rope Access IRATA Level III Certification. 
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Member of the Industrial Rope Access Trade Association.
• Where applicable, a Trade Certificate and previous experience as a journeyperson.
• Exposure to industrial working conditions and various operational environments.
• Experience Working on Offshore Assets, Drilling and Production Facility.
• Asset Qualifications include rigging training, EVITA, LEEA or other lifting equipment inspection certification, and knowledge of NDT equipment and methods.
• Must successfully complete mandatory safety training, drug and alcohol screening, medical and meet all qualifications required for work and travel offshore, including physical ability to work at heights, or enter confined spaces.
• Eagerness to train in different inspection methods.
• Effective Communication Skills (verbal and written). 
• A skilled trade certification (welder, electrician, pipefitter, etc.)

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Competitive pay

Consistent with the Atlantic Accords Act, qualified residents of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canadians generally will be given first consideration for training and employment. For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment, fitness for work assessment results, a health surveillance declaration, and background screening will be required. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one's identity.   We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process. 

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.