Staff Vacancies

Seasonal Fixed Term (2026/27 Great Walk Season)

The Humpridge Track is looking to recruit Lodge Leads and Lodge Staff for the coming 2026/27 Great Walk season to join our team! Based in Southern Fiordland, the Humpridge Track consist of a 3-day 2-night adventure, where our walkers explore the untapped Fiordland bush staying at our Okaka and Port Craig Lodges which add some luxury to the usual tramping. The Humpridge Track is a Charitable Trust and after achieving Great Walk status in October 2024, attracts both domestic and international walkers. We offer three different packages catering to a wider range of walkers. If you have a ‘can do’ attitude, a love for New Zealand native bush, a passion for delivering great customer experience, and meet the skill set below, please send us your CV and Cover Letter for consideration. Please state in your Cover Letter the position you are applying for and why this role appeals to you.

Lodge Lead

The person:

1. Friendly personality with experience in a similar role, or willing to learn.
2. A welcoming disposition, excellent customer service and having a ‘can do’ attitude is essential.
3. Responsible for the day-to-day running of the lodge.
4. Able to delegate tasks and manage lodge staff.
5. Strong communication and time management skills.
6. Meal preparation of a high standard– an eye for detail.
7. Presentable with professional approach to self-appearance.
8. First Aid Certificate required (assistance provided).
9. Licence Controller Qualification Certificate & Duty Manager Licence required (prior to commencement, assistance provided).
10. Physical capability to carry out tasks as they arise, such as loading & offloading helicopter, moving gas cylinders.
11. Physically fit and able to walk 20km when required.
12. Able to live and work remotely on a rostered basis (7.5 days on/6.5 days off).

The responsibilities:

• Daily hands-on running of the lodge.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Supervise Lodge Staff ensuring high-quality standards are met.
• Daily/weekly/monthly checks – e.g., water supply, battery charge, & generator operations, manage utilities.
• Health & Safety.
• Plan and control stock levels - staying one step ahead.
• Meal preparation for our catered guided walks (training provided).
• Public Speaking, evening lodge briefing on house rules, health and safety and other relevant information.

Lodge Staff

The person:

1. Friendly personality with experience in a similar housekeeping role, or willing to learn.
2. A welcoming disposition, excellent customer service and having a ‘can do’ attitude is essential.
3. Self-motivated and has an eye for detail.
4. Presentable with professional approach to self-appearance.
5. Strong time management skills, and ability to get all your daily responsibilities done in an efficient and timely manner.
6. First Aid Certificate required (assistance provided).
7. Licence Controller Qualification Certificate required (prior to commencement, assistance provided).
8. Physical capability to carry out tasks as they arise, such as loading & offloading helicopter, moving gas cylinders.
9. Physically fit and able to walk 20km when required.
10. Able to live and work remotely on a rostered basis (7.5 days on/6.5 days off).

The responsibilities:

• Work under the supervision of the Lodge Lead.
• Daily duties include cleaning of the lodge and ablutions, room preparation, laundry, and other duties assigned.
• Plan and control linen stock levels - staying one step ahead.
• Perform your duties to a professional standard, efficiently and on time.
• Work alongside lodge lead during helicopter operations.
• Assist the lodge lead as delegated.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ for the duration of the season.

Only shortlist applicants will be contacted.

Please send applcations to Gareth at [email protected]

Seasonal Fixed Term (2026/27 Summer Season)

The Humpridge Track is looking to recruit a lead guide to join our ‘can do’ attitude team! Our team provides above and beyond customer service in the wilderness! The Humpridge Track is in Southern Fiordland and consist of a 3 day 3 night guided adventure, the walkers explore the untapped Fiordland bush staying at our Okaka and Port Craig Lodges with a luxurious, fully catered experience provided. The Humpridge Track is a Charitable Trust and has become more visible after achieving Great Walk status in October 2024, attracting both domestic and international guided walkers whose expectations are high. If you have a ‘can do’ attitude, a love for New Zealand native bush, a passion for delivering a great customer experience, and meet the skill set below, send us your CV and Covering Letter for consideration.

The person:

1. Experience in guiding in subalpine conditions in New Zealand.
2. Having guide qualifications and/or a willingness to further your training.
3. A friendly personality able to give the walkers a great customer experience.
4. First Aid certified and solid outdoor skills.
5. A passionate understanding of New Zealand native bush, wildlife and ability to share your knowledge with the walkers
6. Physically fit to walk 20kms a day and support trampers on the journey.
7. Ability to cater to the walkers from the start to the finish of the Guided Walk.
8. Proficient office skills, to complete pre trip and post trip planning and communication.

The responsibilities:

• Guiding between 12-16 walkers on a 3 day 3 night adventure through southern Fiordland.
• Cater to trampers needs on the track & assist lodge teams with meals and clean up.
• Give walkers information about the native bush, wildlife, cultural history and Port Craig Sawmill settlement enroute.
• Walk and guide in all weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with other guide, lodge managers, and track base.
• Flexible walking roster – up to 100km/week.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ.

Please contact Gareth at [email protected] for the job description.

Seasonal Fixed Term (2026/27 Summer Season)

The Humpridge Track is looking to recruit a guide to join our ‘can do’ attitude team! Our team provides above and beyond customer service in the wilderness! The Humpridge Track is in Southern Fiordland and consist of a 3 day 3 night guided adventure, the walkers explore the untapped Fiordland bush staying at our Okaka and Port Craig Lodges with a luxurious, fully catered experience provided. The Humpridge Track is a Charitable Trust and has become more visible after achieving Great Walk status in October 2024, attracting both domestic and international guided walkers whose expectations are high. If you have a ‘can do’ attitude, a love for New Zealand native bush, a passion for delivering a great customer experience, and meet the skill set below, send us your CV and Covering Letter for consideration.

The person:

1. Experience in guiding in subalpine conditions in New Zealand.
2. Guide qualifications preferable, or relevant experience and/or a willingness to further your training.
3. A friendly personality, able to give the walkers a great customer experience.
4. First Aid certified and solid outdoor skills.
5. A passionate understanding of New Zealand native bush, wildlife and ability to share your knowledge with the walkers.
6. Physically fit to walk 20kms a day and support trampers on the journey.
7. Ability to cater to the walkers from the start to the finish of the Guided Walk.

The responsibilities:

• Guiding between 12-16 walkers on a 3 day 3 night adventure through southern Fiordland.
• Cater to trampers needs on the track & assist lodge teams with meals and clean up.
• Give walkers information about the native bush, wildlife, cultural history and Port Craig Sawmill settlement enroute.
• Walk and guide in all weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively with Lead Guide.
• Flexible walking roster – up to 100km/week.

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ.

Please contact Gareth at [email protected] for the job description.