Job Description

ROPE ACCESS MECHANICAL SUPERVISOR
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality : Any Nationality
Experience : null
Industry Type : OIL & GAS
Functional Area : ROPE ACCESS
Date Posted : 03 - Sep - 2025
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This role is responsible for overseeing and managing rope access operations within the oil and gas industry. This role involves ensuring that all rope access tasks are completed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with industry standards and client specifications. The supervisor will lead a team of rope access technicians and ensure that all work at height is performed safely and effectively.
Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the rope access team.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure that work is completed on time and to the required quality standards.
• Ensure all mechanical works complies with project specifications and industry standards
• Plan and supervise rope access activities, ensuring safe and efficient execution of tasks in elevated or confined spaces
• Perform rescue operations if required, as per IRATA Level 3 certification
• Oversee the preparation of surfaces for blasting and painting, including cleaning, masking, and priming.
• Conduct regular inspections of blasting and painting work to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Plan and execute rope access operations, including rigging, climbing, and positioning for various maintenance, inspection, and repair tasks.
• Ensure that all rope access activities are carried out according to industry standards, client specifications, and project requirements.
• Ensure that all rope access activities comply with safety regulations, environmental guidelines, and industry standards.
• Conduct safety training and drills for the rope access team to promote a safe working environment.
• Perform risk assessments and develop safe work procedures for rope access tasks.
• Conduct regular inspections of rope access equipment and facilities to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Maintain accurate records of rope access activities, including work orders, inspection reports, and equipment logs
• Prepare and submit regular reports on rope access activities, blasting painting activities, equipment status, and any issues or concerns

Desired Candidate Profile
Knowledge & Skills

• Higher secondary
• IRATA Level 3 Certification
• Strong communication in English.
• 6 Year Experience in Oil and Gas Industry Experience with 2-year supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and equipment used in blasting and painting operations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
• Ensuring accuracy in maintenance and repair work.
• In-depth understanding of rope access techniques, equipment, and industry standards and mechanical, Blasting painting techniques.

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Skills Required