Milford Sound - Day/Overnight Crew

Milford Sound / Piopiotahi is one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and its remote location is part of what makes it so special. Life here is a little different from what you might be used to. You'll be surrounded by incredible landscapes, working alongside a close-knit team and experiencing a side of New Zealand that few people ever get to call home. If you want a season you'll talk about for the rest of your life, keep reading.

Overnight cruises in Milford Sound are an experience that will not be forgotten. The Milford Mariner is perfectly suited to cruising the fiords, and we are looking for the right people to join our overnight teams this summer!

Share this magical fiord with our guests and take them to spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, wildlife and mountains. This role is energetic, varied and fun! From making beds to guiding kayaks and serving food and beverages to our guests, it's a role for someone who thrives working in a team. Your roster will be 7 days on and 7 days off, so that's half your rent for the summer covered!

We Are Looking For Someone Who Has

• A strong background in hospitality
• Maritime knowledge
• A QDC and/or a Duty Managers Licence (not essential but definitely beneficial)
• Muscles! You will need to be fit and capable of heavy lifting

What's in it for you?

• Live and work on our amazing vessel, the Mariner for your 7 days on, allowing you your own time on your 7 days off to do what you want to do!
• Experience the beauty of Milford Sound firsthand, every day.
• Incredible staff perks: Enjoy our iconic adventures for free or at a great discount! Think rafting the Shotover and Kawarau Rivers, cruising Doubtful Sound, exploring the Te Anau Glowworm Caves, and discovering the magic of Rakiura.

Real People, Real Places, Real Experiences. Welcome To Real.

When's the best time to join the Real whānau? Now's good.

We're the conservation business that's enabled by tourism. We're helping the world, one guest at a time, fall in love with conservation. We're inspiring people to leave their places in better conditions than when they found them. We channel a guest-centric approach that fuels our genuine promise to deliver Aotearoa's most unforgettable experiences.

It's our workplace environment that makes careers at RealNZ more exciting than the regular job. Working for Real could mean you're based anywhere between a secluded island, a scenic fiord, and a snow-capped maunga. Our people, places, and workdays are a great and diverse mixture. It keeps us on our toes and adds value and passion to our work.

At RealNZ, we're committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Guided by our values of Pono (Keep it real) and He waka eke noa (We're all in this together), we embrace and celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that make our team stronger. Everyone is welcome here.

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 candidate is found, advertising will close!

Job Details

Company RealNZ Reference # 43591 Posted on 07 Jul 2026 Closes on 27 Jul 2026 17:00 Location(s) Milford Sound Expertise Crew - Overnight Cruises Job level(s) Entry/graduate, Experienced Work type(s) Fixed Term - Full Time More details (document) Milford Sound - Day Overnight Crew (Jun-25).pdf

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