Stargazing Tour Guide
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Full Time, Fixed Term ContractStart Date: 1st August 2026End Date: 30th April 2027Hourly rate: $30 NZD – minimum 30 hours per week.
About the Role:We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident Stargazing Tour Guide to join our team for the upcoming season. Based in the stunning Mackenzie region, this is a unique opportunity to work under some of the world’s clearest night skies while delivering unforgettable experiences to visitors from around the globe.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys public speaking, working outdoors, and sharing their passion for astronomy, nature, and storytelling.
Primary Duties:• Deliver engaging stargazing tours to groups of 10–20 guests across Lake Tekapo, Twizel, and Aoraki / Mt Cook• Set up, operate, and guide guests in the use of telescopes• Capture and process high-quality guest photographs during tours• Safely drive guests to and from stargazing locations• Respond to guest enquiries in person, via phone, and email• Support the senior management team with day-to-day operations
Secondary Duties:• Assist customers in our gift shop and local information centre• Create social media content for our activities• Lead guided tours of our petting zoo• Support housekeeping at Isolation Bay Lodge when required• Produce photo and video marketing content• Respond to booking enquiries from travel agents
What We’re Looking For• Confident communicator with strong public speaking skills• Passion for astronomy, tourism, or outdoor experiences (training provided)• Full, clean driver’s licence (essential)• Comfortable working evenings and nights• A proactive, team-focused attitude with a willingness to help across different areas• Experience in photography, guiding, or tourism is a bonus
Why Join Us?• Work in one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations• Be part of a fun, supportive, and dynamic team• Gain valuable experience in tourism, guiding, and customer service• Spend your nights under internationally recognised dark skies
Full Time, Fixed Term ContractStart Date: 1st August 2026End Date: 30th April 2027Hourly rate: $30 NZD – minimum 30 hours per week.
About the Role:We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident Stargazing Tour Guide to join our team for the upcoming season. Based in the stunning Mackenzie region, this is a unique opportunity to work under some of the world’s clearest night skies while delivering unforgettable experiences to visitors from around the globe.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys public speaking, working outdoors, and sharing their passion for astronomy, nature, and storytelling.
Primary Duties:• Deliver engaging stargazing tours to groups of 10–20 guests across Lake Tekapo, Twizel, and Aoraki / Mt Cook• Set up, operate, and guide guests in the use of telescopes• Capture and process high-quality guest photographs during tours• Safely drive guests to and from stargazing locations• Respond to guest enquiries in person, via phone, and email• Support the senior management team with day-to-day operations
Secondary Duties:• Assist customers in our gift shop and local information centre• Create social media content for our activities• Lead guided tours of our petting zoo• Support housekeeping at Isolation Bay Lodge when required• Produce photo and video marketing content• Respond to booking enquiries from travel agents
What We’re Looking For• Confident communicator with strong public speaking skills• Passion for astronomy, tourism, or outdoor experiences (training provided)• Full, clean driver’s licence (essential)• Comfortable working evenings and nights• A proactive, team-focused attitude with a willingness to help across different areas• Experience in photography, guiding, or tourism is a bonus
Why Join Us?• Work in one of New Zealand’s most iconic destinations• Be part of a fun, supportive, and dynamic team• Gain valuable experience in tourism, guiding, and customer service• Spend your nights under internationally recognised dark skies
