Posted 17 months ago
IRATA - Rope Access Level 3 Supervisor
@ Apave North America Corp.
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Apave North America Corp. is hiring a full-time IRATA Rope Access Level 3 Supervisor for its Wind Services Department in Canada. The role supervises and mentors Level 1 and 2 technicians while performing wind turbine maintenance, inspection and fiberglass repair at height. It requires a valid IRATA Level 3 certification, a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel and stay overnight out of town. Health benefits start after a 3-month probation period.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise Level 1 and 2 rope access technicians
- Perform wind turbine maintenance, inspection and repair
- Complete simple to complex fiberglass repairs on blades and nacelles
- Support rigging and platform operation teams
- Use IRATA standards to navigate wind turbines safely
Requirements summary:
- Valid IRATA Rope Access Level 3 certification (mandatory)
- GWO certification (preferred)
- Valid driver's licence
- Ability to work at heights in varied environmental conditions
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Full-time travel with overnight stays out of town
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-06-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | IRATA Rope Access Level 3, GWO |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
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Apave North America Corp.
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A service provider of Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Inspection, and Asset Integrity Engineering.
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- 5311 86 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 5T8, CA
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- Apave North America Corp.
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A service provider of Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Inspection, and Asset Integrity Engineering.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Machinery Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 33 |
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IRATA - Rope Access Level 3 Supervisor
Apave Canada has an immediate, Full-Time positions available for Wind Service/Composite Technicians within our Wind Services Department.
Who we are:
Apave Canada has been serving the oil and gas, petroleum and petrochemical, chemical, power generation, pipeline and potash industries since 1953. Our Canadian operations currently provide services from Edmonton, Regina, Calgary, Cold Lake, Saskatoon, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lloydminster, Nisku, Red Deer. Our USA operations provide services from 23 office locations, our United Kingdom operations provide services from 7 office locations, and our Australian operations provide services from 5 locations. Our growth is primarily due to our combination of experienced management and strong technical skills, combined with a high commitment to customer service.
Who you are:
- A person that can lead a job.
- Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
- Ability to maintain positive working relationships with clients.
- Exceptional safety and quality awareness.
- Self-motivated and capable of working at a high technical and performance level.
Job Duties
- Use IRATA standards to safely navigate a wind turbine.
- Supervise and mentor Level 1 and 2 technicians in rope access techniques.
- Conducting wind turbine maintenance, inspection, and repair activities.
- Assisting with the setup, inspection, and maintenance of wind turbine systems and equipment.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and technical services, to complete projects and resolve any issues.
- Maintaining knowledge of industry best practices, safety standards, and regulatory requirements related to wind turbine maintenance.
- Staying up to date with the latest wind turbine maintenance techniques and technology.
- Perform simple to complex fiberglass repairs to rotor blades, nacelles, and nose cones on various wind turbines.
- Support rigging and platform operation teams.
Required Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will have the following certifications and experience.
- Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including at heights.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Full time travel position, requiring overnight stays out of town.
- IRATA Rope Access Level 3 Certification (mandatory).
- GWO certification (preferred but not required.
- Experience with basic electrical and mechanical repair and maintenance tasks would be an asset.
Safety Requirements:
- Steel-toe boots are required; Apave Canada will provide additional PPE.
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health benefits that meet or exceed industry standards will be provided after a 3-month probationary period.
Legal entitlement to work in Canada is mandatory.
All potential employees will be required to complete an alcohol and drug screening.
Apave Canada is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and respects our commitment as a member of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCIB). We expect our employees to behave ethically and professionally.
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