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Position: Geotechnical Rope Access Technician (IRATA LEVEL 3'S ONLY)

Location: Various Locations in the North West & Yorkshire

Start Date:ASAP

Type: Contract [With Potential to Advance to Full-Time Position]

Salary: Competitive Wage Based on Experience

About Us

Vertical Access Ltd are one of the founding rope access companies in the UK. Based in the North West, we specialise in working-at-height solutions for infrastructure, rail, and construction projects. We deliver high-quality geotechnical, structural, and inspection services across the UK, with safety and precision at our core. We have worked in the rail industry for over 35 years, providing a range of geotechnical and structural repair, maintenance & inspection services. Due to the recent success in our geotechnical division, we are looking to expand our geotechnical team with experienced Level 3 operatives, with the potential for multiple successful candidates.

The Role

We’re looking to expand our team with experienced geotechnical rope access technicians (IRATA Level 3) with a strong background across a range of geotechnical work including rock drilling, rock bolting, soil nailing, slope stabilisation, Platipus anchor installation, meshing, heavy scaling, diamond coring & gabion construction and de-vegetation.

Key Responsibilities

- Carry out de-vegetation and geotechnical tasks such as rock scaling, soil nailing, rock bolting, and mesh installation via rope access.

- Operate safely on slopes, embankments, cuttings, and other high-risk environ-ments.

- Set up and use rope access systems in line with IRATA and site safety protocols.

- Follow site RAMS.

- Work closely with supervisors and engineers to meet project targets.

- Complete site paperwork and daily reports accurately.

What We’re Looking For

- Valid CSCS card

- PTS

- Full UK driving licence

- SSSTS or other relevant tickets are an advantage

What We Offer

- Competitive rates

- Travel & accommodation (if applicable)

- High-performing, safety-driven team culture

- Opportunities for ongoing training and upskilling

- PPE

How to Apply

Send your CV + competencies to Hannah@verticalaccess.co.uk.

For more info, call us on 01457 838722

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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