Rope Access Field Supervisor

Are you ready to jump ship into a well-established NZ owned and operated business that values it's team and works together to ensure a safe, positive and collaborative environment? Come join the TPS NZ team

About TPS:

A NZ Owned and Operated commercial business with a 600+ strong team. TPS is a trusted market leader with 40+ years' experience in the cleaning industry, however, think of us as a one-stop shop, here to support commercial businesses with any building, cleaning, or maintenance requirements.

Perks of working with TPS NZ include:

• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

• Company Phone

• Annual Leave
• Health Insurance after 3 Months of Employment
• Great Company Culture and Recognition Systems

About the Role Available

We currently have a permanent Rope Access Field Supervisor role available in Auckland, reporting to the Business Unit Manager.

• Minimum of 40hrs of work per week, including Monday to Friday and weekend shifts
• Hourly rate of pay $45 per hour, with the right certifications.

Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Supervisory:

• Supervise and coordinate abseiling cleaning teams on-site, ensuring adherence to project timelines and safety standards.
• Conduct site assessments and pre-job inspections to identify hazards and plan work processes.
• Ensure all staff are trained, certified, and compliant with IRATA and relevant health & safety regulations.
• Act as the point of contact between clients, office staff, and field operatives.
• Monitor and evaluate performance of team members and provide on-site coaching when required.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of abseiling and cleaning equipment.
• Respond to incidents, accidents, or safety concerns promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain detailed records of daily operations, job progress, and any incidents.

• Assist in scheduling and deployment of technicians and resources based on project needs.

• Support recruitment and onboarding of new field staff as required.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during project execution.
• Conduct site meetings, provide progress updates, and manage client expectations
• Ensure customer satisfaction and resolve on-site issues in a timely and professional manner.

Project & Budget Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and manage rope access cleaning projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and control project budgets, ensuring efficient use of labour, materials, and equipment on site.
• Monitor job costing and profitability, ensuring projects/jobs stay within financial targets.
• Provide detailed reporting on project timelines, milestones, and financial performance.
• Forecast labour and material requirements for jobs within budget limits.
• Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs without compromising quality or safety.
• Initiate and execute permit process (SWMS / WORKSAFE / JSA) ready for the manager to review.
• Assist with project / job Scheduling. Accurate input on labour hours to ensure cost efficiency.

General:

• Building Wash via abseil including Roof Washing and Gutter Cleaning
• Exterior Commercial Window and Screen Cleaning via abseil
• Assist other trades with accessing challenging areas (e.g., construction installations, repairs) via abseiling or Elevated Work Platforms (EWP).
• Water Blasting
• Glazing and Window Replacement
• Building Repairs, Painting and Restoration Work
• Manage Pigeon and Pest Control
• Perform Silicon and Joint Repairs
• Other related duties as may be assigned.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Holds a valid IRATA Level 3 Certificate or IRAANZ equivalent
• Holds a Full Drivers Licence
• Has a minimum of 3yrs relevant Rope Access experience
• Has at least 2yrs' supervisory experience
• Ideally holds a valid NZ EWP Certificate
• Demonstrates strong Health and Safety Awareness

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join TPS, apply now