Jonathan Redmond

Providing specialist safety, logistics, and field support to scientific teams operating in deep-field Antarctica. Responsibilities include guiding in remote and extreme environments, managing crevasse travel, glacier crossings, technical rope systems, and guiding in an alpine and winter mountaineering environment. Problem solving in extreme environments with limited resources.

During winter months, lead bespoke mountaineering expeditions for staff, including alpine skiing, glacier travel, hauling, crevasse exploration and technical ropework instruction. Additional duties include coordinating field safety protocols, supporting project logistics, and delivering regular search and rescue training. Regular PPE inspections and maintenance of outdoor equipment.

Guided multi-day alpine trekking tours across France, Italy, and Switzerland, including the Tour du Mont Blanc. Responsible for route planning, client safety, group management, and delivering a high-quality mountain experience in challenging alpine trekking terrain.

Delivering high-quality mountaineering and climbing instruction across a range of environments, from single-pitch venues to complex mountaineering terrain. Responsibilities include guiding and instructing in rock climbing, scrambling, navigation, and mountaineering skills. Work includes both bespoke private instruction and group work for adults.

Mountaineering company specializing in guided rock climbs, mountaineering instruction, and climbing coaching. Provider of NGB Leadership awards in Ireland for climbing and Hill Walking certifications (e.g. RCI,CWA, Mountain Skills). Coaching on technical climbs and providing instruction on a variety of terrain such as traditional multipitch, technical scrambling, big wall instruction, sport and bouldering coaching and guiding on routes up to E2.

Head Guide for international expeditions to high-altitude destinations including several Kilimanjaro (Tanzania) expeditions, Mount Kenya, and Everest Base Camp (Nepal). Responsible for overall expedition leadership, client safety, team management, and liaison with local guides and support staff. Ensured successful summit attempts and delivered high-quality trekking experiences in remote and challenging environments.

Coached the Irish Youth Talent Development Squad, specializing in both bouldering and lead climbing. Delivered high-level coaching at indoor walls and outdoor crags, both in Ireland and internationally. Played a key role in athlete development as part of the Irish Youth Climbing Team coaching staff, supporting climbers in preparation for national and international competitions.

Responsible for the safe and timely transport of clients from Geneva Airport to ski resorts across the French and Swiss Alps, driving 9- and 16-seater vehicles. Gained extensive experience operating in challenging winter conditions, managing long shifts, early starts, and ensuring a high level of customer service throughout.

Designed and set a variety of climbing routes for all ability levels, ensuring a high-quality climbing experience and regular rotation of routes. Responsible for creative route design, wall maintenance, and contributing to a dynamic and engaging indoor climbing environment.

Delivered a range of outdoor education activities including high ropes courses, team-building exercises, and adventure challenges. Responsible for group instruction, safety supervision, and facilitating engaging outdoor experiences for youth and adult participants.

Delivered climbing instruction to both children and adults through group sessions, introductory classes, and one-on-one coaching. Responsible for route setting, wall maintenance, and safety supervision. Played a key role in coaching the Irish Youth Climbing Team, supporting athlete development and performance at national and international levels.

Led the delivery of high ropes, orienteering, bushcraft, and a range of adventure and team-building activities for youth and corporate groups. Responsible for programme planning, event coordination, and day-to-day staff management. Played a key role in ensuring high safety standards and delivering engaging, educational outdoor experiences.

In this role, I instructed beginner climbers in essential safety techniques and equipment use, while managing large groups to ensure a safe and engaging environment. I was responsible for the safety and wellbeing of all climbers under my supervision. My duties also included regular climbing wall maintenance, such as stripping and setting routes to appropriate difficulty levels.