Crew - Backfill (Doubtful Sound)

Unspoiled, unmatched and unforgettable - Fiordland is a truly special place.

We are looking to showcase this beautiful piece of the world and help create lifelong memories for our guests this summer, and needpeople who share our love for our backyard to become ambassadors for the places we\'re lucky enough to operate in.

Your natural hosting skills and your love of the great outdoors is evident in your high level of customer service. From helping in the galley to serving people drinks to guiding kayaks, this role is perfect for people who revel in variety. If you are a person who likes their day to be a hive of activity, covering an array of activities while maintaining scrupulous attention to detail, then join the busy crew aboard the overnight boats in Doubtful Sound!

Working a 5 day on 2 day off roster provides a unique opportunity to work and play hard in this beautiful part of Southern New Zealand. During your shift you will be based on board the vessel for 5 nights, with your own accommodation and all meals provided. You\'ll be working and living on the vessel with the rest of the crew including a Launch Master, Chef and a Team Leader.

We need people with enthusiastic, positive, get-it-done attitudes who prioritise safety in everything they do.

As part of this role, you will be :

• Meals and drink service
• Assisting in the kitchen
• Helping with stores - loading and unloading supplies
• Aiding with daily water activities (kayaking or swimming)

We are looking for someone who has :

What do you get out of this?

Who are we?

We are real people in real places delivering real experiences.

Enabled by tourism, our vision is to be a leading conservation business. We are committed to the future of sustainable tourism while honouring our past. Our guest centric attitude is fuelled by our promise to deliver Aotearoa\'s most unforgettable experiences.

Here at RealNZ we encourage people to be themselves, respect the environments we operate in and respect each other. We are committed to empowering people, so they can have a voice, be heard and be present.

Our people and our experiences stretch across our most remote islands and fiords to our snow-capped maunga; we are a diverse group of people, and our passion to share incredible environments and experiences with guests drives us every day. Join us on our mission to conserve nature, share our history and culture and have fun every step of the way.

How to apply

Hit APPLY today to submit your application through our careers page!

Please note that we will be interviewing candidates as they apply, and if the right person is found, we may close the role off to any further applications.

Company RealNZ

Reference # 41293

Posted on 11 Nov 2025

Closes on 01 Dec : 00

Location(s) Doubtful Sound

Expertise Crew - Overnight Cruises, Nature Guides - Overnight Vessels

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