
UH 2025 Guides
Trojan Holdings
Listing Description
Description
Position Summary - Guide
Ultimate Hikes offers guided multi-day walks on New Zealand's Milford and Routeburn Tracks, blending hiking with comfortable lodges and exceptional hospitality in Fiordland and Mt Aspiring National Parks. Join our team to create unforgettable guest experiences in stunning locations!
Purpose
Guides lead guests through stunning wilderness, ensuring safety and enjoyment while sharing knowledge of flora, fauna, history, and Te Ao Maori. You'll assist with lodge hospitality and housekeeping, working with a collaborative team. The role is seasonal, from mid October 2025 until mid April 2026.
Key responsibilities
- Guest Experience: Deliver excellent service and engaging commentary
- Health & Safety: Follow Safety Management System, check equipment, and provide first aid
- Hospitality: Assist with food prep, service, and lodge cleaning, adhering to lodge compliance
- Teamwork: Collaborate with Senior Guides, Guide Manager, and lodge staff
- Ambassadorship: Represent Ultimate Hikes professionally
Location
Working on the Milford, Routeburn or Greenstone Tracks and staying at the remote lodges on track. Work periods start and finish in Queenstown and typically range from three to nine days.
Person specifications
We seek passionate, resilient team players with:
- Passion for outdoors and hiking experience
- Strong communication and public speaking
- Ability to lead and work in a team
- Interest in NZ's natural and cultural history
- High fitness and resilience
- Level 2 First Aid Certificate (NZ)
- Right to work in New Zealand
Personal Characteristics should include:
- Driven: Thrives in high-pressure settings
- Quick Learner: Seeks and applies feedback
- Self-Aware: Understands impact, builds trust
- Adaptable: Adjusts to diverse needs
- Team Player: Builds relationships, resolves conflicts
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