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Rope Access Technician

Rope Access Technician • Wellington 6021, New Zealand • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Must have IRAANZ or IRATA Rope Access Certification (per listed industry standards).
  • Provide a rope experience logbook or references.
  • Ability to pass a Ministry of Justice criminal history check and pre-employment/regular drug tests.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Internship

Description

About the job:

Ever thought about getting paid to hang out? As an Abseil Window and Building Wash Technician, you’ll be spending your days cleaning windows and washing buildings while suspended from ropes. It’s an adventurous job that ensures our high Health and Safety Standards are met and delivers outstanding quality and top-notch service.


Perks:

We proud ourselves in paying very competitive hourly rates. Our rates start at $30.00 per hour and up to $38! we will consider your previous experience, hours on rope and IRAANZ or IRATA level to make you a very good offer! Full time work Monday to Friday, with optional work available on Saturdays.


About You:

  • You must have either an IRAANZ or IRATA Rope Access Certification (Industry standards include AS/NZ ISO 22846 1 AND 2 AND NZ Standards best practice guidelines Industrial Rope Access 2020.)
  • You can provide a copy of your logbook (ideally) or to proven your rope experience (references)
  • Ideally, you have experience window cleaning and building washing (on rope even better!)
  • Safety is your top priority—for yourself and your crew.
  • You’re drug-free.
  • You take pride in delivering high-quality work.
  • You can communicate well in English, both spoken and written.
  • You’ll need to be able to pass a Ministry of Justice and Police check and pre-employment and regular drug checks.

What we Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates from $30.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience, rope hours and certification level
  • Minimum 32 hours per week guaranteed (Monday to Friday)
  • Optional Saturday work available
  • Ongoing training and development
  • A strong team culture built on respect, safety and professionalism

The successful applicant will be required to undergo:

  • Pre-employment drug testing and ongoing random testing
  • A Ministry of Justice criminal history check
  • Reference checks

About Us

Window Cleaning Contractors looks after some of Wellington’s most recognisable buildings, often in places you can only reach on a rope. Our team specialises in rope access window cleaning and façade work, tackling tough, high-risk jobs with skill, pride, and a strong safety culture. We’re known for our tight-knit crew, straight-up attitude, and the kind of camaraderie that comes from spending all day on the ropes together. People tell us they’d love to work here… if only they weren’t scared of heights. Those who do join quickly realise this isn’t just a job, it’s a team you don’t rush to leave.

As part of Hawk Services Group, you’ll also have the backing of one of New Zealand’s leading specialist service groups. With over 115 skilled technicians across five companies nationwide, HSG brings strong systems, ongoing training opportunities, career progression, and a genuine commitment to safety and quality. It means you get the best of both worlds — a close-knit local crew in Wellington, backed by the resources, experience, and stability of a growing national business.

Location: Kaiwharawhara, Wellington


Join us for a job that’s not just work but an adventure!


If you want more information about us, visit our website https://www.windowcleaners.co.nz