Hiking Guide Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Programme Coordinator

at Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Education Trust

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$60,000 – $65,000 per year

Work for one of New Zealand’s longest-standing outdoor education providers
Bring your outstanding administration and communication skills to our team
Full time remote work opportunity

Work for one of New Zealand’s longest-standing outdoor education providers
Bring your outstanding administration and communication skills to our team
Full time remote work opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Programme Coordinator. Have great communication, organisation and time management skills? We want to hear from you!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

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Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Restore native ngahere in the Waingake catchment through hands-on fieldwork, trapping, monitoring and weed control. Fixed term to July 2027.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

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Listed eleven days ago

Outdoor Instructors, Tour Guides, Adventure Educators

at Social Nature Movement

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$30 – $40 per hour

SNM are seeking passionate staff to join our dynamic team delivering a range of experiential, educational and adventure services.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

11d ago

Listed three days ago

Programme Coordinator

at Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Education Trust

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

$60,000 – $65,000 per year

Work for one of New Zealand’s longest-standing outdoor education providers
Bring your outstanding administration and communication skills to our team
Full time remote work opportunity

Work for one of New Zealand’s longest-standing outdoor education providers
Bring your outstanding administration and communication skills to our team
Full time remote work opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Programme Coordinator. Have great communication, organisation and time management skills? We want to hear from you!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Pest Free Howick - Ecological Restoration Coordinator

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Howick, Auckland(Hybrid)

$33 – $35 per hour

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Lead restoration projects, support volunteers, and inspire communities to protect nature across Howick Ward

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

11d ago

Listed two days ago

Luge Operator

at Skyline Enterprises

This is a Part time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Free gondola and luge rides for family and friends
Daily staff lunches provided and a great work life balance
Opportunities for career growth and cross-training

Free gondola and luge rides for family and friends
Daily staff lunches provided and a great work life balance
Opportunities for career growth and cross-training

We’re seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual to provide an exceptional experience for our guests on the Luge!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Bivouac Outdoor Newmarket - Full Time Retail Sales Assistant

at Outdoor Holdings

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Bivouac Outdoor has an exciting opportunity for a confident, motivated person to join the Sales Team at our Newmarket store.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

3d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Aquaculture Farmer

at Mt Cook Alpine Salmon

This is a Full time job

Twizel, Canterbury

Work in stunning Twizel area
Be part of a supportive, hard-working team
Opportunities for professional development

Work in stunning Twizel area
Be part of a supportive, hard-working team
Opportunities for professional development

Come and work in the stunning scenery of the Twizel area. Join the Aquaculture Team to help us deliver world class Freshwater King Salmon.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Assistant Store Manager - Outdoor Retail

at Outside Sports

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$28 – $34 per hour

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Store Manager to join our team in our downtown Queenstown store.

subClassification: Management - StoreManagement - Store

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

13d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Team Guide

at Boost

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Are you looking for a positive change? If you're a natural connector, interested in confidently leading a high-performing team, we'd love to meet you!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed fourteen days ago

Restoration Field Workers

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Hands-on work in an outdoor environment
Full training available
Supportive, close-knit team passionate about what they do

Hands-on work in an outdoor environment
Full training available
Supportive, close-knit team passionate about what they do

Looking for meaningful outdoor work where you can make a real difference to New Zealand’s environment?

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

14d ago

Listed nine days ago

Full Time Retail Assistant - Tāhuna (Queenstown)

at Patagonia

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

No

Full time Retail Assistant opportunity
Patagonia is an outdoor apparel business like no other
100% of Patagonia's profits go towards saving our home planet

Full time Retail Assistant opportunity
Patagonia is an outdoor apparel business like no other
100% of Patagonia's profits go towards saving our home planet

Our retail stores are where our brand comes to life, and as the Retail Assistant, you're the embodiment of the brand for our customers and our team.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

9d ago

Listed three days ago

Office Manager

at Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast

Enjoy a mix of administration, customer service, logistics & operations support
Diverse, hands-on role where no two days are the same
Family-driven team culture with opportunities to grow

Enjoy a mix of administration, customer service, logistics & operations support
Diverse, hands-on role where no two days are the same
Family-driven team culture with opportunities to grow

Join a fun, fast paced tourism team where no two days are the same. Create unforgettable guest experiences in the heart of Franz Josef.

subClassification: Office ManagementOffice Management

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

3d ago

Listed nineteen hours ago

Operations Manager - Glacier Explorers

at Hermitage Hotel

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Aoraki Mount Cook, Canterbury

$95k - $110k, Staff Benefits, Affordable Rent

Unique experience and get to work with an amazing team
Live and work at Aoraki/ Mount Cook
Affordable rent where you can actually save

Unique experience and get to work with an amazing team
Live and work at Aoraki/ Mount Cook
Affordable rent where you can actually save

Lead Glacier Explorers with maritime skill and hands‑on energy, delivering unforgettable Tasman Lake adventures.

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

19h ago

Listed one day ago

Assistant Store Manager Tahuna Queenstown

at Patagonia

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

No

Great team. Great product. Great purpose.
Balance work & life with a 9-day fortnight
100% of Patagonia's profits go towards saving our home planet

Great team. Great product. Great purpose.
Balance work & life with a 9-day fortnight
100% of Patagonia's profits go towards saving our home planet

Lead the team that brings our brand to life in store and delivers best in class customer experience.

subClassification: Management - StoreManagement - Store

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Restore native ngahere in the Waingake catchment through hands-on fieldwork, trapping, monitoring and weed control. Fixed term to July 2027.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Visitor Services Team Member - Fixed Term

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range $43,100-$50,800 dependent on exp

Fixed Term 12 months | 33hrs per week | Rostered basis
1–2 years of experience in a customer service role + flexibility required
Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club

Fixed Term 12 months | 33hrs per week | Rostered basis
1–2 years of experience in a customer service role + flexibility required
Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club

Step into a dynamic role at the National Aquarium of New Zealand – welcome guests, and retail experiences, and be part of a team dedicated to fun!

subClassification: Front Office & Guest ServicesFront Office & Guest Services

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

10d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Activities Operator

at Skyline Enterprises

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Free gondola and luge rides for family and friends
Daily staff lunches provided and a great work life balance
Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training

Free gondola and luge rides for family and friends
Daily staff lunches provided and a great work life balance
Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training

A chance to work across multiple departments, in a unique environment with spectacular views and excellent staff benefits!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

14d ago

Listed seven days ago

Community Engagement Lead

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

$37 – $42 per hour

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Lead community engagement, flood resilience and illegal dumping behaviour change initiatives across Ōtara and South Auckland waterways.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

7d ago

Listed two days ago

Project & Events Manager

at Evolve Outdoors Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ngauranga, Wellington

Drive the project plan with leadership team on a major U.S. expansion project
A hands-on role for a real team player who loves making things happen
Open to your background - project coordination & events experience a must!

Drive the project plan with leadership team on a major U.S. expansion project
A hands-on role for a real team player who loves making things happen
Open to your background - project coordination & events experience a must!

Drive projects and events, keeping everything on track and getting things done. Work across the team to bring structure, momentum, and follow-through.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Farm Tour Guide (Rural Demonstrator)

at RealNZ

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Health Insurance + Cardrona x TC Season Pass

Trade your 9–5 for farm life at Walter Peak! Host guests, showcase rural skills, and be part of a passionate team delivering unforgettable experiences

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

10d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Ski & Snowboard Rental - Fitting & Tech

at Snow Rental Limited

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$27 – $32 per hour

Fun team
Great shifts for skiing and riding
Discounts for purchasing your own equipment and lift passes.

Fun team
Great shifts for skiing and riding
Discounts for purchasing your own equipment and lift passes.

We provide good rates of pay, bonus's, access to the latest equipment and discounted passes to the various mountains in the area.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

20d ago

Listed one day ago

Ranger

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth, West Coast

Hands-on outdoor role maintaining visitor & heritage assets
Tracks, huts, campgrounds & structures upkeep
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Hands-on outdoor role maintaining visitor & heritage assets
Tracks, huts, campgrounds & structures upkeep
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Outdoor Ranger role in Greymouth maintaining tracks, huts, and visitor sites while supporting conservation and heritage assets.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Pest Free Howick Project Manager

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Howick, Auckland(Hybrid)

$40 – $45 per hour

Lead meaningful environmental change across Howick
Flexible, purpose-driven work with real community impact
Inspire and support communities to connect, restore, and thrive

Lead meaningful environmental change across Howick
Flexible, purpose-driven work with real community impact
Inspire and support communities to connect, restore, and thrive

Lead community conservation projects across Howick Ward in a flexible, purpose-driven environmental leadership role.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed ten days ago

Travel behaviour change team

at Ecological Associates

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Manurewa, Auckland

$27 – $33 per hour

Are you outgoing with a passion for sustainable action? Join our Travel Behaviour Change team now!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sales(Sales)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Ranger x2

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

Live and work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural environments
2x Permanent, full-time positions available
1 x based in Whanganui and 1 x based in either Whanganui, Pipiriki or Taumaranui

Live and work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural environments
2x Permanent, full-time positions available
1 x based in Whanganui and 1 x based in either Whanganui, Pipiriki or Taumaranui

Enjoy mahi that involves a Great Walk, beautiful heritage sites, including the Whanganui River and local treasures.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Tour Guide (Jet Boat Driver)

at Katoa Jet

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team starting in August. If you think a Jet Boat Driving role is for you - Apply Now!

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

11d ago

Listed one day ago

Ranger Heritage and Visitors

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

Lead maintenance of Paparoa Great Walk & Pike tracks
Huts, bridges & visitor sites upkeep in remote areas
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $65K-$76K

Lead maintenance of Paparoa Great Walk & Pike tracks
Huts, bridges & visitor sites upkeep in remote areas
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $65K-$76K

Lead Ranger role maintaining Paparoa Track, huts, and visitor sites while supporting conservation in remote West Coast environments.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Face to Face Fundraiser

at Mindset Marketing

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$26 – $35 per hour

Hourly Pay + Commission
Flexibilty can work Full Time, Part Time
Travel across NZ with Accomodation Paid, Food Allowance Paid, Transport Paid.

Hourly Pay + Commission
Flexibilty can work Full Time, Part Time
Travel across NZ with Accomodation Paid, Food Allowance Paid, Transport Paid.

Join a passionate team at Mindset Marketing and make a real difference in the community as a Face-to-Face Fundraiser.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

16d ago

Listed nine days ago

Farm Supervisor

at Mt Cook Alpine Salmon

This is a Full time job

Twizel, Canterbury

Work in the stunning Twizel area
Be part of a supportive, hardworking team
Opportunities for professional development

Work in the stunning Twizel area
Be part of a supportive, hardworking team
Opportunities for professional development

Come and work in the stunning scenery of Twizel area. Join the Aquaculture Farm Team to help to deliver world class Freshwater King Salmon.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed one hour ago

Stewart Island Wharf Assistant

at RealNZ

This is a Full time job

Oban, Southland

Health Insurance + Cardrona x TC Season pass

Be at the heart of Oban Wharf, assisting ferry operations and creating standout guest experiences with your energy, organisation, and local knowledge.

subClassification: Freight/Cargo ForwardingFreight/Cargo Forwarding

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

1h ago

Listed two days ago

Instructor & Host (Outdoor Education) – Fixed Term

at Waipara Adventure Centre

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Waipara, Canterbury

Lead exciting activities and create memorable experiences for young people
Join a supportive team in a varied role instructing, hosting, and leadership.
Grow your outdoor qualifications, with high ropes experience highly valued.

Lead exciting activities and create memorable experiences for young people
Join a supportive team in a varied role instructing, hosting, and leadership.
Grow your outdoor qualifications, with high ropes experience highly valued.

Lead life-changing outdoor experiences in a dynamic camp environment with an experienced, supportive, and purpose-driven team.

subClassification: Coaching & InstructionCoaching & Instruction

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

2d ago

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