Operations Manager - Rope Access

Job Description

Responsible for end-to-end management of rope access operations across UAE projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of façade cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and specialized access services.

• Plan, mobilize, and execute rope access projects across multiple sites.
• Optimize manpower, equipment, and productivity to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Lead technical execution including rigging, rescue planning, RAMS, and JSA approvals.
• Ensure compliance with IRATA / SPRAT standards and UAE HSE regulations.
• Drive a zero-incident safety culture through audits, training, and supervision.
• Manage and develop teams including supervisors and technicians.
• Oversee project costs, margins, billing milestones, and variation claims.
• Support tendering, site surveys, and new service development.
• Provide regular reporting on operations, safety, and financial performance.

• IRATA Level 3 Certification (Preferred)
• 7–10 years rope access experience with 3–5 years in a leadership role
• Strong expertise in rope systems, rigging, rescue, and façade access solutions
• Experience in high-rise or industrial maintenance projects (UAE/GCC preferred)