Build Crew Glamping Festival Work

Event and Festival work with Wildernest, a bespoke glamping company. We’re looking for proactive people to join our Build crew for three festivals this summer.

In this role, you’ll set up and pack down Wildernest glamping tents, along with larger tents, lighting and other key structures for our guest facilities. Setting up the Glamping Village means long days in all weather, sun or rain, so a positive attitude and working together as a team are key.

The role suits people who are physically fit and able-bodied, as it involves lifting heavy weights (for example, 35kg tents). You need a can-do attitude whatever the weather, the ability to take instructions from your team leader, and a practical mind. You should also be willing to learn our processes and confident setting up site lighting and structures.

We’d love to hear from practical-minded people with trades experience or similar.

You’ll be working with like-minded people, travelling for part of the summer and, of course, being part of the festivals. The reward is a fun team to work with and entry to each festival.

You must have your own vehicle and sleeping arrangements, ideally a campervan or similar.  You will need to be flexible and willing to stay on site overnight for over a week at a time while we set up and pack down. We provide basic cooking facilities, including a fridge, freezer and cooking equipment; you provide your own food and cook for yourself. We also provide staff bathroom facilities and a general hangout area for the crew.

Couples are most welcome to apply. We have a range of work that usually suits both. Or if you’re friends travelling together, let us know. We’re also looking for housekeeping crew, and the two roles can cross over.

Ideally we’re looking for crew who can commit to all three festivals.

PLEASE APPLY by sending your CV and a covering email about yourself. 

DATES (ESTIMATES) AND PAY, SUMMER 2026/27

1. Festival, Northland: 27 Dec 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
2. Festival, Bay of Plenty: 15 to 25 Feb 2027
3. Festival, Taranaki: 6 to 17 Mar 2027
4. There’s also work in our Helensville warehouse packing and preparing equipment before each festival in December, February and March. Plus, we have smaller events in early January and throughout February.

Hourly pay: $27 per hour.
Subject to each event, entry to each festival is included.