Customer Care Consultant - Summer fixed-term

If you love dealing with people and want to gain some valuable tourism experience, then don't delay - apply today!We're gearing up for a busy and exciting summer — and we need vibrant, customer-focused team members to help us shine!We're on the lookout for friendly, energetic people to join our Waiheke Island Customer Care team for the summer season, on a fixed-term basis— from early October through to the end of February 2026. This is a hands-on, people-facing role where you'll be out and about helping customers find their way, answering questions, and guiding them onto our vessels.

If you're someone who loves a fast-paced environment, thrives on face-to-face interaction, and enjoys making someone's day a little smoother, we'd love to hear from you. Our shifts start as early as 6: 30am. Due to the early starts of this role, we are seeking someone who lives on Waiheke Island. Majestic scenery. Extraordinary wildlife. And an escape unlike any other. It's all in a typical day's work for us here at SeaLink - connecting people and businesses to the majestic Hauraki Gulf, so they can explore, transport stuff, commute, and share our love for the islands.

At SeaLink, we believe in connection and teamwork. People come and stay at SeaLink - because of "one boat, one team" we might have all arrived on different ships, but we are all on the same boat together, working towards a common goal. When you join the SeaLink team, you can ensure your work life blend remains stable through routine, and with the flexibility and opportunity to provide a balanced lifestyle - for you and your own family. Key Accountabilities include:

Oversee the smooth queuing and loading of vehicles and passengers onto our vesselsReceive in-bound customer booking(s) enquiries and/or feedback by telephone and emailTicket office - be the face of SeaLink in the terminal office when serving our customersProcess all customer requests pertaining to sailing enquiries and bookingsRespond to all online/email queries in a timely mannerBe the escalation point for any customer feedback or queriesMaintain our booking system including online capabilityRequirementsTo be successful in the role you will need to have the following skills, knowledge and experience:

Experience in in-bound Call Centre experience / experience in using an online booking / reservation system is advantageousProven experience in customer resolutionAbility to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers and gain their trust and respectThe ability to work at other terminals as requiredBenefitsWhat We Offer:

Career support - gain invaluable experienceThe opportunity to work for a company who cares about their people and communitiesOpportunity to work with passionate individuals and an incredible team If this role sounds like the summer opportunity you're looking for, Apply now! Please submit your CV and a cover letter, specifically addressing the above skills and experience. A position description can be provided upon request. SeaLink has a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the well-being of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and a criminal record check.

All applicants will be required to provide proof of their qualifications and eligibility to work in New Zealand.