Operations Coordinator - Rakiura

RealNZ is looking for a motivated and people focused Operations Coordinator – Rakiura to help lead our team and support the diverse range of RealNZ experiences across beautiful Stewart Island/Rakiura. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure smooth daily operations, confident team leadership, and exceptional guest experiences across our products including wild kiwi encounters, Ulva Island tours and Village and Bays experiences.You'll step up to lead the team in the Operations Manager’s absence, coordinate operational activities, support staff, manage rosters, and act as a key point of contact for business functions. This dynamic role is perfect for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys working closely with people, and brings a calm and professional approach to a fast moving environment.What You'll Need Proven experience leading operational teams A confident and engaging communication style A positive and can do attitude that motivates others The ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm, friendly, and professional Tourism experience (advantageous) Solid operations experience Hands on team leadership experience A full driver licence (Class 2 an advantage) Enthusiasm for contributing to a small, close knit communityPreferred Qualifications Class 2 licence Additional tourism or operational training (optional but beneficial)What's in it for you?Permanent Full Time roleEnjoy some amazing staff benefits. Take a friend with you to experience RealNZ’s most memorable adventures either free or at a fantastic discount. Explore the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, cruise Milford and Doubtful Sound, and dine at Walter Peak. It’s a great way to experience the best of New Zealand without breaking the bank.Medical insurance cover is included.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 for sharing 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 ApplyClick Apply now to be taken to 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 to further applications.Job DetailsCompany RealNZ Reference # 41471 Posted on 25 Nov 2025 Closes on 16 Dec 2025 17:00 Location(s) Stewart Island Expertise Support Job level(s) Experienced, Management Work type(s) Permanent - Full Time More details (document) PD_Operations Coordinator - Rakiura Nov-25.pdfApplyPrintEmail this job to a friendApply with Seek« Back