Glacier Explorers Skipper Guide - Mount Cook Village - The Hermitage

Description

At the Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook, our guests stay with us because of the unique location, amazing views, excellent service, and the one-off experiences we provide.

Our team members choose to work with us because of the extraordinary career opportunity it is to work in the national park whilst delivering memorable guest experiences.

Our team sees every aspect of the hospitality industry, whilst gaining a unique experience that develops their career, and can be transferred when they are ready for the next exciting adventure.

Our Glacier Explorers offer a unique guest experience to our visitors.

Our skipper guides drive and maneuver small passenger boats to take our guests on a fun and informative excursion on Tasman Lake, interacting around icebergs and up to the mighty terminal face of NZ's largest glacier.

What will you bring to the role? Previous guiding experience is preferred, ideally a minimum of 6 months.

We provide all training to ensure you are up to speed with our products, services, standards, and expectations.

Commitment for a full season or permanent employment NZ driver's license or entitlement to drive in NZ Passion for the outdoors and eagerness to learn and step up Ability to manage a group, with strong public speaking and communication skills Responsibility, commitment, reliability, and flexibility to work across different tours and products Flexible, with a can-do attitude and willingness to learn To stand out: Previous guiding experience of six months or more (preferred) Boating or water sports experience (advantageous) First aid experience (beneficial) Class 2 and P endorsements (beneficial) The role and benefits: Full-time, fixed-term or permanent position, minimum 60 hours per fortnight, $28-$32/hour Comprehensive training and up-skilling Free access to all Hermitage activities after 8 weeks Discounts on food and beverages from day one Discounted hotel accommodation for friends and family after 8 weeks Stunning surroundings and a short, remarkable commute to work If this sounds like you, apply now and start the experience of a lifetime At the Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook Alpine Village, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career lifestyle experience.

If you love the outdoors, stunning mountains, and changing seasons, this role could be perfect for you.

Note: We are in a remote national park with no shops, fast food outlets, or public transport.

Please consider this before applying.

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