Head Setter - Toronto, Canada - Aughdem Recruitment

Aughdem Recruitment

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Bio:

Our client operates one of the largest indoor rock climbing gyms in Canada.

Known for their diverse climbing routes and state-of-the-art facilities, they are committed to fostering an inclusive and dynamic climbing community.

They are currently seeking a Head Setter to manage their route setting program, bring creativity and technical expertise to their climbing walls, and ensure a challenging and enjoyable experience for climbers of all levels.

Responsibilities:

Lead the route setting team to create engaging, diverse, and safe climbing routes throughout the facility.
Develop and implement the route setting schedule, ensuring a constant rotation of fresh routes for climbers.
Maintain the highest safety standards in all aspects of route setting and wall maintenance.
Train and mentor route setting staff, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
Collaborate with the gym management to align the route setting program with the gym's broader goals.
Handle all equipment and hardware related to route setting, including inventory management, maintenance, and safety checks.
Coordinate with event organizers to create unique and competitionworthy routes for local and national events held at the gym.
Foster a collaborative, creative, and inclusive environment within the route setting team and wider gym community.
Engage with gym members to gather feedback and continuously improve the route setting program.
Keep uptodate with the latest trends, techniques, and safety protocols in route setting.

Qualifications:

Significant experience in route setting, ideally in a leadership role.
Excellent understanding of climbing techniques, route complexity, and safety standards.
Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
Strong problemsolving skills and creativity, with a keen eye for detail.
Familiarity with relevant tools and equipment, with a commitment to safety and maintenance.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for community engagement.
Physical fitness and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
A deep love and understanding of the sport of rock climbing.