Tour Guide Specialist

5 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tour Guide to join our team at Dark Sky Project. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experiences and providing expert knowledge of our astronomy centre.

Our Mission

At Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, we are committed to providing unique and authentic experiences that showcase the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of our region. We take great pride in warmly welcoming manuhiri (visitors) to our experiences and manaakitanga (hospitality) is one of the core values that drives the way we do business.

Key Skills and Qualifications
  • Minimum 3 years Astronomy guiding experience and/or a diploma in Astronomy or related field
  • Confidence in public speaking and interacting with customers in a customer-facing role
  • Fluency in English
  • A full and clean NZ driver's licence
  • P-Endorsement (or ability to attain one)
  • Class 2 driver's licence (or ability to attain one)

In return for your expertise and passion, you can expect:

  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Staff discounts and other benefits
  • A fun and supportive work environment

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