Join IRATA International as our Regional Officer

Location: Ashford, UK (Head Office)

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Are you passionate about global collaboration, stakeholder engagement and driving industry standards in the rope access sector? IRATA International, the world’s leading authority in industrial rope access, is looking for a Regional Officer to play a pivotal role in connecting our regional committees with our global leadership.

This is a high-impact role at the heart of IRATA’s international operations, where you will:

• Act as the key link between our Regional Advisory Committees (RACs) and IRATA Head Office.
• Coordinate and support committee meetings, ensuring smooth operations and strong follow through.
• Provide insights on regional trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Champion IRATA’s mission worldwide, building trust, fostering collaboration, and amplifying our brand presence.
• Support international strategies, events, and initiatives to keep IRATA at the forefront of safety, growth, and reputation.

What we are looking for:

• A natural relationship builder with exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience working with committees or stakeholder groups in a professional setting.
• Strong organisational skills and confidence in managing agendas, reports, and follow-ups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, presentation skills are a must.
• An IRATA rope access qualification (desirable) and strong demonstrable industry knowledge.
• Flexibility to travel internationally on occasion and a strong appreciation for cultural diversity.

Why join IRATA?

This is more than a desk job, it’s an opportunity to influence industry excellence across the globe. You’ll work with passionate professionals, regional industry leaders, and dedicated committees, ensuring the voice of every region contributes to shaping IRATA’s future.

If you’re highly motivated, detail oriented, and ready to make a global impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of IRATA’s international journey.

Click here to download the Regional Officer Officer Job Description

How to apply

Please submit a comprehensive CV with a covering email to [email protected]. In the subject line of your submission state “Equipment and Standards Technical Officer”

The covering email should state:

• Your reasons for applying
• What you think you would bring to IRATA with specific reference to the role details
• Current notice provisions and salary expectations

Please note we review applications as we receive them and encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. Due to the high number of applications, we can only respond to successful candidates. If you have not received a response within four weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.