Astronomy Guide

Casual - On-Call

Lake Tekapo / Takapo
- Are you passionate about delivering exceptional experiences?
- Do you enjoy creating 'out of this world' experiences for others?
- Keen for a new challenge where you can make your mark on a world class tourism development?
- Looking for an opportunity to work for Ngāi Tahu Tourism, one of the largest tourism operators in Aotearoa?

A unique opportunity has arisen for an Astronomy Guide - Bilingual Speaker / Kaiārahi who is a star gazer at heart and wants to share their passion for the southern night sky with our manuhiri (visitors).

Our world-class Astronomy Centre on Takapō lakefront brings to life the science of stars and Tātai aroraki (Māori astronomy) through an immersive and engaging international experience. This experience is a world-first and compliments the range of outdoor experiences that we currently offer to our manuhiri visiting the region.

Our purpose is to make the connection - with our customers, through our people, to our place and to Ngāi Tahu.

We take great pride in warmly welcoming manuhiri to our experiences. Manaakitanga (hospitality) is one of the core values that drives the way we do business. As hosts, we care for our customers and our team as our own whānau.

**A little bit about you**

We're after someone who has:

- Previous astronomy guiding experience preferred
- A degree in Astronomy or related field preferred, or equivalent work experience
- Confidence in public speaking and interacting with customers in a customer facing role
- Fluent in English as well as at least one of the following languages: Mandarin, Japanese, Cantonese, Spanish
- A passion to learn and correctly pronounce reo Māori names and terms
- Passion, enthusiasm, drive and energy
- A demonstrated desire to keep growing and learning
- Can work shifts on weekdays, weekends and public holidays

Anything could happen in a day - and we need someone who isn't afraid of a long and varied to-do list

The successful applicant will have a strong affinity for the needs and aspirations of our ultimate stakeholders, Ngāi Tahu whānui. Alongside this, they will have an understanding of, or an eagerness to learn and engage with our Ngāi Tahu values. Ka tika

Want to find out a little bit more about us?

Interested in joining us?

Aside from being an awesome place to work, we offer a competitive remuneration package, excellent training, work uniforms and 30% discount on merchandise and F+B. We also offer the possibility of staff accommodation. Dark Sky Project is a fun, unique and safe place to work and we'd like to keep it that way. Before starting with us, you'll go through a range of checks, including drug and alcohol testing. Health and safety is super important and this is part of how we keep you, our team and our customers safe.

Keen?

Job Details
- Reference #
31597- Business areas
Dark Sky Project- Posted on
Friday 25 Oct 2024- Closes on
08 Nov 2024 12:00- Expertise
Hospitality & Tourism- Work type(s)
Casual