Discover the unparalleled beauty of Doubtful Sound and become an ambassador for one of New Zealand's most stunning locales. We're seeking passionate individuals to join us this summer and help our guests experience the magic of this unforgettable place.
As a member of our crew, your natural hosting skills and love for the great outdoors will shine through your exceptional customer service. Whether you're assisting in the galley, serving drinks, or guiding kayak tours, this role offers the perfect blend of variety and excitement. If you thrive in dynamic environments and excel at multitasking with precision, this is the opportunity for you.
This is a fixed term full time opportunity to cover the busy summer, starting from as soon as possible to the end of April 2025.

What do you get out of this?

• 4 days on, 3 days off - allowing you to immerse yourself in work and enjoy extended time off in Southern New Zealand.
• Live on the vessel for the nights during your shift, with provided accommodation and meals.
• Collaborate with a Launch Master, Chef, and Team Leader, creating a cohesive and supportive crew.
• Enjoy some incredible staff perks! Bring a friend along to experience Real NZ's unforgettable adventures, either for free or at a fantastic discount. Explore thrilling jet boating, rafting, the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, cruise Milford and Doubtful Sound, and discover Rakiura. It's an amazing opportunity to experience the best of New Zealand without breaking the bank
• Bragging rights for having one of the most beautiful work environments in the world

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong background in hospitality
• Passion for people and the outdoors, especially water-based activities
• Physical fitness and ability to perform heavy lifting

We're looking for enthusiastic, positive individuals with a proactive approach and a strong commitment to safety. If you share our love for this incredible region and are ready for an adventure, we'd love to hear from you!

Real people, real places, real experiences. Welcome to the Real Office.
When's the best time to join the Real whānau? Now's good.
We're the conservation business that's enabled by tourism. We're helping the world, one guest at a time, fall in love with conservation. We're inspiring people to leave their places in better conditions than when they found them. We channel a guest-centric approach that fuels our genuine promise to deliver Aotearoa's most unforgettable experiences.
It's our office environment that makes careers at Real NZ more exciting than the regular job. Working for Real could mean you're based anywhere between a secluded island, a scenic fiord, and a snow-capped maunga. Our people, places, and workdays are a great and diverse mixture. It keeps us on our toes and adds value and passion to our work.

How to apply
Click Apply to be taken to our careers page.
Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.

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