Shuttle Driver
Join our team at Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne and become a key player at Wellington's award winning ecosanctuary.
For almost 25,000 visitors to Zealandia, the Shuttle Driver will be the first and last experience for visitors to Zealandia. On the journey to Zealandia and back again, the Shuttle Driver must be proactive in engaging with passengers to provide a clear and entertaining introduction to Zealandia’s history, conservation and restoration vision and ways that visitors can experience Zealandia through the different tour products available.
Zealandia is currently seeking keen individuals to join our team of Shuttle Drivers to transport Zealandia visitors efficiently and professionally between the Wellington i-Site, top of the Cable Car and the Zealandia Visitor Centre. Ideal candidates are passionate about conservation, delivering excellent customer service and enjoy talking with people.
Zealandia is looking to employ individuals on casual contracts who will be available to assist with the school holidays and the summer cruise season.
A successful candidate will require a “Small P” endorsed full driver’s license in order to be appointed to the role.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or valid NZ work visa.
Why work for us?
Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne is a not-for-profit organisation that has transformed nature in Wellington. We have a 500-year vision of restoration, and by joining our team you will become part of a group of people who are committed to creating real change. We have an incredible team culture, with outstanding staff and volunteer satisfaction results.
We also have a number of perks that make Zealandia a great place to work;
- We have flexible working options.
- Free staff parking in our overflow carpark.
- Free access to Employee Assistance Programmes.
- Access to free Zealandia tours for the staff member, discounts for family members, and access to a family membership.
- An easy place to get all your birthday presents, with 20% discount in the Zealandia shop.
- A great onsite café with 20% staff discount.
- Access to discounts in various retail outlets across Wellington.
- A significant focus on staff wellbeing.
- Access to the world’s best place for walking meetings.
