Job Vacancies

Are you an experienced rafting guide passionate about adventure and the outdoors? Join Tongariro River Rafting in Turangi, New Zealand!

We offer stunning Grade 2, 3, and (occasionally) 4 rafting experiences on the Tongariro River,  winding towards Lake Taupo through drop pools and gullies in native New Zealand forest.

We're looking for experienced guides who understand river dynamics, prioritize safety, and love creating memorable experiences. New Zealand qualifications are a plus, but we value strong character and a willingness to learn.

If that sounds like you, please fick me an email at sam@trr.co.nz

Keen to Join the Rotorua Rafting Whānau?
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We’re looking for a Grade 4/5 Raft Guide or Senior Grade 4/5 Guide to join the team and help us keep sending it.
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The season has kept going, and a bunch of our crew are heading off on their winter missions. Shout out if you are keen to jump in for a few weeks or through the winter. We would be stoked to hear from you.
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Must be a GC (good character), not lazy and down to do cool shit after work.
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Give us a call on 021020607441 or sam@rotorua-rafting.co.nz

Raft guiding positions available at the iconic Kaituna Cascades rafting company. 
 
We are based in Okere falls - Rotorua & have a mint base right beside the Kaituna river where we raft 3-4 epic tours a day with a world class team and good vibes.
 
We are looking for 5 full time raft guides that will have their NZ grade 4/5 rafting licence or equivalent (or can pass the assessment shortly) to join our team this coming spring - ready for a busy summer season. We will need people starting as early as 1st of April through to September onwards for this season 2025 onwards.
 
The job will include rafting, safety kayaking & photography.
Pay rate will be between $40 per hour, 40 hours - 5 days a week.  Needs 2 years experiences as a raft guide
 
We are also searching for a young (18+) trainee that is looking for long term guiding opportunity - ideally with whitewater kayaking skills and outdoor adventure training.. Must be strong, athletic & have great banter to deal with the clients.
 
All applicants must be stoked & friendly and happy to work in a hard working team environment. 
You will need or be able to get a current 1st aid certificate, a Swiftwater rescue course and be able to pass a pre - employment drug test.
 
If this is you - call or email us at info@kaitunacascades.co.nz or 027 2765457
 
Cheers - Pete & Blue
Kaituna Cascades

Experienced and qualified Riverboarding Guides required.
Must hold Whitewater Boarding Grade 3 qualification. Based in Queenstown November to May.
 
Varied work pattern at least 30 hours per week.
 
Pay $900 to $1800 p/w
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Contact Neil - 0274676550 or neil@riverboarding.co.nz

Are you keen for a change next summer, or a challenge on a new river?
 
Come and join the Mohaka Rafting Team. We’re looking for a Grade 4/5 Raft Guide or Senior Grade 4/5 Guide to join the team and help us keep sending it. ​
We are looking for a guide to join us for the 25/26 summer. Running trips on our Grade 2, 3 and 4/5 sections.
 
If you're interested or want to know more, get in touch. mohakarafting@gmail.com or 0211429842 ​

Experienced and qualified Riverboarding Guides required. Must hold Whitewater Boarding Grade 3 qualification.

Based in Queenstown November to May Varied work pattern at least 30 hours per week.
Pay $900 to $1800 p/w

Contact Neil on 0274676550 or neil@riverboarding.co.nz