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Reservations Assistant

Payment: Paid Position ($24-$26)
Location: Picton
Region: Marlborough/Blenheim/Picton
Experience: Limited Experience Necessary
Listing Added: 29/07/2026
Company: Marlborough Tour Company

About us - Ko wai mātou

Marlborough’s largest tourism operator, Marlborough Tour Company seek applicants to fill our fixed term positions at Cougar Line in Picton.  If you are committed to exceptional customer service, enthusiastic, proactive and a great team player, we want to hear from you!

Marlborough Tour Company boasts a family of businesses that include Wilderness Guides, Tours of Marlborough, Cougar Line Water Taxis, Pelorus Mail Boat, Punga Cove Resort, Furneaux Lodge and Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company 

 

About the Role - Mo tēnei tūrangi mahi

The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the day to day running of the office using existing systems, including reservations and general administration.  Also ensuring the boats run to schedule and passengers are safely transported, all whilst offering exceptional customer service to our guests.  

We have multiple fixed term roles, each beginning at varied dates between mid/end September and November, with all roles concluding in February/March 2027.

These roles include working both weekend days each week as well as some public holidays since we are a 7 days per week operation

 

About You - Ko ngā wheako ōu

  • Previous experience in a similar role is ideal, however training will be provided
  • Comfortable using a variety of booking platforms and computer systems 
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Communicates confidently in English (written and oral) and excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

 

What we offer – He aha ta matou e tuku

We will provide you with:

  • A supportive manager - and a great team to work with!
  • Remuneration commensurate with your experience 
  • Free water taxi transfers

 

There is potential for this role to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate

Please note only NZ Residents or work visa holders need apply. No sponsorship opportunities will exist. 

Marlborough Tour Company is an accredited and equal opportunity employer, and all new employees must be able to undergo and pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Test. 

For more information, please see www.marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz 

We will assess applications as they are submitted and may finalise the appointment prior to the advertised closing date.

 Send your CV and Cover letter outlining your suitability and complete the attached form:

https://www.marlboroughtourcompany.co.nz/about-us/work-for-us/employment-application-form/

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