Professional Tour Guide

ExperienceKart Limited; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

ExperienceKart New Zealand is seeking passionate tour driver guides to join our team. Based around Auckland, you will lead small group tours, provide live commentary, and ensure a world-class travel experience for guests from around the world.

Candidates should live near Waitakere or Auckland, hold a Class 1 Full Drivers License, Passenger Endorsement, First Aid, and NZTA logbook compliance. Fluency in English and engaging storytelling are essential for busy holiday periods.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 1 Full Drivers License.
• Having a Class 2 driver's license is beneficial.
• Must hold a Passenger Endorsement (Large Passenger).
• Must hold a First Aid Comprehensive Certificate.
• Compliance with NZTA logbooks requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver live commentary to guests during tours.
• Lead small group tours across Auckland and North Island attractions.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety standards at all times.
• Ensure timely departures and superior guest service during peak periods.

Skills

Class 1 License

Passenger Endorsement

First Aid Certificate

English Fluency

Public Speaking

Time Management

Job description

ExperienceKart New Zealand is an emerging brand in the luxury travel market focussing on small group, private day tours and multi-day overnight tours with departures from Auckland and travelling all over the North Island. We operate our tours using our fleet of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (313 and 519 CDI) minibuses.

Our tours operate to the Waitakere Ranges, Auckland City, Matakana, Waitomo Caves, Hobbiton Movie Set, Coromandel Peninsula, Bay of Islands, Rotorua & Lake Taupo.

All of our tours operate out of Auckland and we are looking for passionate & experienced tour driver guides to join our team and deliver world class travel experiences to our guests from all around the world. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a great lifestyle travelling around Aotearoa, meeting new people each day and at the same time showcasing their passion for travel and tourism.

We are looking for someone

Living closer to Waitakere city or locally based in Auckland.

Must hold a Class 1 Full Drivers License. Having a Class 2 driver's license is beneficial.

Must hold a Passenger Endorsement (Large Passenger).

Must hold a First Aid Comprehensive Certificate.

Compliance with Logbooks as per NZTA requirements.

Keeping vehicles tidy, clean and undamaged at all times.

Fluent in English & ability to provide live commentary using a PA system while safely driving on our roads.

Knowledge on Māori culture, history, nature, wildlife & volcanoes of Aotearoa.

Plenty of long distance passenger service vehicle driving experience with a great safety record & guiding experience at various attractions in New Zealand.

Strong integrity, passion, flexibility and hospitality while interacting with our guests and working during busy times of the year.

Great reliability and ability to manage tight schedules needing excellent time management skills.

Available to work during weekends, public holidays, and especially be available to work during Christmas and New Year holiday season.

Preference will be given to applicants

Who have specific work experience driving passenger service vehicles.

Who demonstrate passion, positive energy, flexibility and hospitality interacting with people.

Who are experienced with driving long distances each day.

Available to work during weekends, public holidays, and especially be available to work during Christmas and New Year holiday season.

Who can demonstrate that they can successfully lead a group of tourists and showcase Aotearoa delivering world class travel experiences.

Who can create vibrant and positive travel experiences for our guests.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Professional Driver?
• Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
• Are you available to work public holidays?
• Do you hold a current Passenger endorsement (P)
• Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?