Compliance Field Technician - Full Time

The Compliance Field Technician at Sky5 is a hands-on, site-based role responsible for carrying out inspections, audits, and compliance assessments across a range of access, safety, and height safety systems.

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Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Contact: 1300 301 214
Job Reference: SKY5CFT
Job Type: Full Time
Applications: Currently Open

This role works directly in the field to identify compliance status, defects, and risks in accordance with Australian Standards and WHS legislation, providing accurate site data that supports formal reporting and certification.

You’ll be the eyes on the ground conducting inspections, capturing site information, and liaising closely with the compliance drafting and operations teams to ensure all findings are accurately documented and actioned.

What We’re Looking For
  • Trade, construction, rope access, or height safety background (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of WHS practices and working at heights.
  • Experience conducting site inspections or compliance checks (or willingness to be trained).
  • Confident using mobile apps and digital reporting tools on-site.
  • High attention to detail with a practical, problem-solving mindset.
  • White Card & Australian Drivers License
  • Working Safely at heights Certification
Roles & Responsibilities
  1. Field Inspections & Assessments
    • Conduct on-site inspections of access systems, safety systems, and related infrastructure.
    • Identify non-compliances, defects, and safety risks in line with relevant Australian Standards.
    • Carry out condition assessments, measurements, and photographic documentation.
    • Complete inspections efficiently across active construction and operational sites.
  2. Data Capture & Reporting Input
    • Record inspection findings using Fieldwire, PlanRadar, or similar site management platforms.
    • Provide clear, accurate site notes, photos, and mark-ups to support compliance reporting.
    • Liaise with the Compliance Draftsman to clarify site conditions and technical findings.
    • Ensure all field data is complete, legible, and suitable for formal compliance documentation.
  3. WHS & Regulatory Compliance
    • Perform inspections in accordance with AS/NZS 1891, AS/NZS 5532, ISO 45001, and SafeWork Australia requirements.
    • Apply safe work practices while operating at heights and in live environments.
    • Identify critical safety risks and escalate urgent issues to Compliance Operations Managers.
    • Maintain a strong understanding of current WHS legislation and industry standards.
  4. Equipment, Systems & Site Coordination
    • Use inspection tools and equipment to assess structural integrity and compliance.
    • Coordinate with site managers, builders, and clients to access work areas safely.
    • Represent Sky5 professionally while working on client sites.
    • Assist with follow-up inspections and verification works as required.
  5. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
    • Work closely with compliance managers, drafters, and auditors to support end-to-end compliance delivery.
    • Provide feedback from the field to improve inspection processes and reporting accuracy.
    • Support audits and re-inspections where required.
Why Sky5?

At Sky5, compliance isn’t just paperwork, it starts on-site. You’ll be part of a professional team delivering real-world safety outcomes across complex and challenging environments, with opportunities to grow your skills and progress within a national operation.

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Acknowledgement to Country

Sky5 would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, the people of the Eora nation, and their continuing connection to land, water and community. We would also like to pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who are present here today.

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