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Rope Access Technical Assistant, Westhill

Dron & Dickson Group
London
1 week ago
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Rope Access Technical Assistant, Westhill

Dron & Dickson, Westhill, United Kingdom Engineering Services (Contracts)
Company Description

Dron & Dickson are specialists in integrated supply, installation and maintenance of harsh & hazardous electrical equipment. Based at five UK locations, we provide specialist E&I inspection, maintenance and project services to all parts of the Offshore & Onshore Energy sector, Pharmaceutical and Marine industries.
Position

Purpose:

‘ Everyone Home Safe ’ – An encapsulation of the right for everyone to return from work safely and promote their wellbeing; this applies to Dron & Dickson staff and all who come in to contact with our work activities. The primary purpose of this role is to work alongside the Rope Access Technical Coordinator to ensure technical compliance & consistent delivery of customer service to proactively contribute to the Engineering Service department strategy.
Objective:

Ensure all appointed client operations within Rope Access are completed in full compliance with relevant IRATA HSE, Legislation, Industry Standards, company procedures and client requirements.
Reporting to:

Rope Access Technical Authority
Core Alignment Responsibilities:

Understand and support the company's mission, vision and values
Responsibility of personal learning, development and KPI completion
Promote and proactively adhere to the company's core values in all day-to-day activities and interactions.
Role Responsibilities:

Assist and learn Dron & Dickson processes and systems from Rope Access Technical Coordinator & Technical Authority
Ensure dispatch of Dron & Dickson equipment to meet mobilisation requirements
Communicate regularly with the D&D project coordinators on equipment status
Assist with monitoring and maintaining rope access and test equipment databases
Assist with receipt, inspection, processing, packing and despatch of all Rope Access goods including paperwork
Ensure records and certifications are maintained accurately and in a timely manner in line with current legislation and internal processes
Assist with stock control duties, including but not limited to control of stock records, rolling stock checks
Work closely with Rope Access Technical Authority and Engineering Services Coordinator to ensure that rope access equipment is readily available in line with business needs
Forklift duties as applicable
Control the issue, return and calibration of Engineering Services team tools and test equipment
Control and issue of PPE & Stock levels
Maintain good communications with internal and external clients
Take a proactive approach to continuous improvement and development of the company’s systems and processes
Maintain Health & Safety standards at all times, ensuring that all equipment and paperwork is kept at a high standard and fully compliant at all times
Be fully aware, assist and support the ongoing development of the integrated management system
Ad hoc duties as requested by management
Travel may be necessary to ensure delivery of business needs
Social and business networking is expected
HSEQ Responsibilities:

Comply with all Dron & Dickson’s integrated management system including all policies and procedures
Ensure the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
Act ethically and with integrity
Ensure all health and safety training is undertaken.
Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health.
Requirements

Core Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Articulate, dynamic, energetic and delivery focused
Flexible, adaptable and able to work under pressure
Ability to represent Dron & Dickson in a positive and effective manner
Take responsibility for managing personal performance and results
Core Training & Competencies:

Educated to National 5 or equivalent
PPE Inspection Competent Person Certificate is desirable
Manual Handling training is desirable
Dangerous Goods Certification is desirable
Other Information

Personal Development:

The opportunity to undertake development and progression via a personal development plan is linked to this role.
Contracted Hours:

38.25 hours per week with 45 mins for lunch
Hours of Work:

Mon to Thurs: 8.30am – 5pm
Fri: 8.30am – 4.30pm
Benefits Package:

Pension: 3% Company Contribution, minimum 5% employee contribution
33 days annual leave (inclusive of 8 public holidays).
Annual bonus if targets met (not guaranteed)
Employee Assistance Programme
Critical Illness Cover: £20,000
Bike 2 Work Scheme
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Enhanced Paternity Pay
Diversity & Inclusion:

Dron & Dickson are committed to ensuring our candidates are assured of their right to equitable, fair and respectful treatment. We strive to continually lead with our Core Values to enable employees and prospective candidates the opportunity to develop their potential and proudly bring their whole self to work. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let a member of the Talent Acquisition team know.
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