Darren Baird
About Darren Baird
Darren Baird is a Level 1 Rope Technician with over seven years of experience in both onshore and offshore environments in the oil and gas industry. He currently works at multiple companies, including MIDLOTHIAN ROOFING SERVICES LIMITED and AquaTerra Group Ltd, and holds an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Steeplejacking.
Work at Applus+
Darren Baird has been employed at Applus+ as a Level 1 Rope Technician since 2018. In this role, he applies his skills in rope access to perform various tasks that require precision and safety. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining high standards in service delivery. Baird's experience in this position contributes to his overall expertise in the rope access industry.
Current Employment and Roles
Darren Baird currently holds multiple positions in the rope access sector. He has been a Rope Access Rigger at MIDLOTHIAN ROOFING SERVICES LIMITED since 2020. Additionally, he works as a Rope Access Stage 3 Rigger at AquaTerra Group Ltd, a role he has maintained since 2019. Furthermore, he serves as a Steeplejack at Pendrich Height Services Ltd, where he has been employed since 2017. His diverse roles highlight his extensive experience in both onshore and offshore environments.
Education and Expertise
Darren Baird completed his secondary education at Newbattle Community High School from 2009 to 2013. He furthered his training at the CITB National Construction College, where he studied Steeplejacking and Rigging Operations, achieving SCQF Level 5. Baird also holds an NVQ Level 2 qualification in Steeplejacking. His educational background supports his practical skills in the rope access and construction industries.
Professional Experience
Darren Baird has accumulated over seven years of experience in the rope access field, working in both onshore and offshore environments within the oil and gas industry. His previous roles include working as a Rope Access Stage 3 Rigger at AquaTerra Group Ltd for eight months in 2019, and as a Level 1 Rope Access Technician at SG Access Solutions Ltd for one month in the same year. He also worked as a scaffolder at Interserve from 2017 to 2018.
Safety and Certifications
Darren Baird possesses advanced first aid skills, which enhance safety measures in high-risk environments. He maintains all necessary onshore and offshore certifications up to date, ensuring compliance with industry standards. His commitment to safety and regulatory compliance is a key aspect of his professional profile.