15/10/2026
As I venture back into ops I’ve had several recent let downs which has got me thinking. I think it’s worth noting that: yes there is a lot of work out there but at the same time the industry is not that big.
Basic human decency can not be overridden by the employer / employee relationship. Rope access management were once rope access techs. We’ve been through it. We know that when you commit to a job you’ll get 3 better offers in the next half hour. It just happens.
Here’s where work (and life) values come into play. If something better comes along, tell the new company that you’re already committed until ‘x’ time and then can join them. It’s a good look. If it’s an ‘offer you can’t refuse’ be open. Man up and communicate the situation.
Playing the ‘personal issue’ card for a mobe day pull-out is a weak play. Albeit, personal issues happen. Take a week or 2 to sort your life out. Then let us know when you’re ready to get back into it. Again, we’re ropies too, we’re here to help. No comms is not the right play.
So if anyone needs some guidance here, if the goal is to fill your banks with as much money as possible before going back home. Burning anyone that comes between you and your goal then I suggest you change your approach.
Do a good job, be a good person and I wish you many successes in your rope access career.
