About Us
Scaling Auckland’s skyline since 1997
“The team is always professional in everything they do. I have no hesitation in recommending their services.”
Mervyn Ogilvie - Colliers International
As the buildings get taller, our standards get higher
We’ve been on ropes since the early days of abseil services, keeping Auckland’s tallest buildings in shape for decades.
Whether cleaning, painting or maintaining buildings, we go above and beyond to exceed expectations.
But we’re more than just abseilers or tradespeople. We’re innovators, always looking for ways to work better, faster and safer.
Here’s why our customers love working with Off the Ledge:
✓ Industry certified staff
✓ Constant workplace supervision
✓ ACC accredited employer
✓ Independent yearly health and safety reviews
Meet the team
Our leadership team
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Joseph Howcroft
General Manager
joe@offtheledge.comSince joining Off The Ledge in 2003, Joe has been driven by his passion for working with the crew and delivering outstanding results for our clients every day.
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Carl Skelton
Trades Operations Manager
carl@offtheledge.comCarl has undertaken almost every role within the company in over 21 years, from rope to management .
With over a decade now in a management role, he oversees all aspects of the trade team bringing a broad range of knowledge that is required for almost any abseiling job within our company.
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Joshua Grant
Operations Manager
josh@offtheledge.comJosh Grant joined Off the Ledge in 2010 at just 18, and has been immersed in the industry ever since. Abseiling is a true passion for him, making each day feel less like work and more like an adventure.
Outside of work, Josh loves surfing and spending time outdoors.
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Harrison Young
Systems Development Manager
harry@offtheledge.comHarry joined Off The Ledge in 2016, initially working hands-on within the cleaning and trades teams. After completing further studies, he returned as a Business Analyst, applying his expertise to software and data projects. In his spare time, Harry enjoys paragliding and soaring through the clouds.
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Francisco Gonzalez
Trades Assistant Manager
francisco@offtheledge.comOne of Off the Ledge’s finest imports from Chile, this charming Trades Assistant Manager rocketed into his role after just two years of covering every corner of the company—from ground crew and window cleaning to the remedial team and beyond. With a natural talent for human relations and team building, combined with his hands-on skills, Francisco has the perfect formula to support our team.
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Manuel Wikitera
Training Manager
manuel@offtheledge.comManny started at Off the Ledge as a trainee and now leads the crews, always taking on the toughest tasks and leading by example.
Hailing from the heart of the Waikato, he makes the daily drive to the big smoke because of his passion for the work. He’s into anything fast, which explains why his motorbike is always running hot—except when it’s in the shop.
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Jared Farr
Field Manager
jared@offtheledge.comSince joining Off The Ledge in 2012, Jared has worked his way up from a range of on-rope roles to his current position as Field Manager. With dedication to health and safety and a keen eye for detail, Jared oversees jobs to ensure it’s carried out to the highest safety standards.
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Manisha Dhiman
Accounts Manager
manisha@offtheledge.comThe newest addition to our management team, serving as our Office and Accounts Manager. With years of experience and exceptional organisational skills, she keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes, ensuring the whole team stays on track.
Our team on the ropes
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Michel Kluge
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Joseph Peterson
Window and Building Wash Technician - Ground Crew Supervisor
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Max Hill
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Samuel Garcia
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Daniel Aranda
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Spencer Graham
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Pierre Johnson
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Jacob (Jay) Filipe
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Matteo Guisi
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Josh Cassidy
Rope Access Technician - Supervisor
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Anna Diossy
Rope Access Technician
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Trent Porter
Rope Access Technician
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Jake Clark
Rope Access Technician
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Caleb Peers
Rope Access Technician
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Cameron Dash
Rope Access Technician
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Anna Diossy
Rope Access Technician
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David Kali
Rope Access Technician
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Felipe Recaman
Rope Access Technician
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Kurt Wallace
Rope Access Technician
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Laszio Buza
Rope Access Technician
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Lucky Almedia
Rope Access Technician
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Lukas Ponec
Rope Access Technician
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Ondrej Suk
Rope Access Technician
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Pablo Vazquez Cobos
Rope Access Technician
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Rey Tangudon
Rope Access Technician
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Shay Stevens
Rope Access Technician
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Zack Powell
Rope Access Technician
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Levi Nikau
Rope Access Technician - Trainee
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Levi Johnson
Rope Access Technician - Trainee
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Thomas Groothuizen
Window and Building Wash Technician - Ground Crew Supervisor
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Zane Fray
Window and Building Wash Technician - Ground Crew
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Daz Pivac
Window and Building Wash Technician - Ground Crew
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Jamie Hall
Window and Building Wash Technician - Ground Crew
Our history as Auckland’s leading high rise abseil services company
Honour, respect, and a touch of humour — our unique company culture
Whether hanging off skyscrapers or studying spreadsheets in the office, we treat each other right and bring a spot of brightness to every job. Our company culture balances respect with a sense of humour.
Prospective team members often admire our workplace ethos, despite hesitations about working at heights. We playfully compare our team dynamic to 'Hotel California,' where checking in is easy, but leaving? Not so much. We've built a strong team and an energetic culture that celebrates life.
We love doing right by our clients, so we add a sprinkle of joy to every service, free of charge.
Proudly part of
Hawk Services Group
We’re proud to be a part of Hawk Services Group, a family of industry leaders in building washing, window cleaning and engineering work at height.
Hawk Services Group was founded to unite the country’s top players in exterior building wash and engineering work at height. We have harnessed collective knowledge and experience, enabling us to offer cutting-edge services that stand out in the market.