Jet Boat Driver Kaiuruki Waka - Dart River Adventures

A competitive salary, plus medical insurance (permanent), Kiwisaver, staff discounts, and free Queenstown shuttle.

Location: Glenorchy
Type: Permanent / full-time

Picture this: your "office" is a jet boat carving through the crystal-clear waters of Te Awa Whakatipu (Dart River), surrounded by towering mountains and untouched wilderness. This isn't just a job-it's a lifestyle.

At Dart River Adventures, we're looking for people with attitude, energy, and a passion for the outdoors to join our team in Glenorchy. No commercial jet boat licence? No worries-we'll train you from scratch. If you've got the drive, we've got the pathway.

• permanent role with perks: medical insurance, Kiwisaver, and epic staff discounts across all Ngāi Tahu Tourism experiences
• free staff shuttle: Queenstown Glenorchy
• work where others holiday: Te Wāhipounamu - a UNESCO World Heritage Area
• be part of something bigger: share stories of our whenua and Ngāi Tahu culture while creating unforgettable experiences

• pilot high-performance jet boats through breathtaking alpine scenery
• deliver safe, thrilling rides while sharing local history and culture
• keep boats in top shape with daily checks and maintenance
• work flexible shifts in a dynamic, outdoor environment

attitude and drive - we'll teach you the rest

physically and mentally resilient

passion for adventure tourism and connecting with people

willingness to embrace Ngāi Tahu values and te reo Māori

prior experience in the tourism and/or guiding industry is highly advantageous

(already have a NZ commercial jet boat driver licence? even better!)

Dart River Adventures combines thrilling jet boating with stunning scenery and rich cultural storytelling. We're a values-led organisation that invests in your professional and cultural development. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do.

This is a rare opportunity to turn your passion into a career. If this sounds like you, apply now and put yourself in the driver's seat!

Before starting with us, you'll go through a range of checks, including drug and alcohol testing.
To work in New Zealand, you must be a NZ citizen or permanent resident. Check the NZ Immigration website for details.