Reservations Assistant Picton
| Payment: | Paid Position ($25 - $27) | |
| Location: | Picton | |
| Region: | Marlborough/Blenheim/Picton | |
| Experience: | Experience Necessary | |
| Listing Added: | 12/11/2026 | |
| Company: | Marlborough Tour Company | |
About us - Ko wai mātou
Marlborough’s largest tourism operator, Marlborough Tour Company seek applicants to fill our fixed term position at our Reservations team in Picton.
We are looking or someone that has front desk, reservations and sales experience, picks up systems quickly, very customer service minded, can work on their own as well as speaking and writing fluently in English.
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
Immidiate start until end of April 2027, we will only consider candidates that can work the full season.
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.
The role is set up to be 4 days at the MTC office at the Picton Train station office (Tuesday to Friday) and 1 day (Saturday) at our Marlborough Tour Company office at the Picton foreshore where we share office with Marlborough Sounds Adventure Company (which is also a part of the Marlborough Tour Company group). Rostered days off would be Sunday and Monday.
Work hours are approximately 8.45am-3.15pm with some flexibility around busy days.
Minimum hours are 60 hours a fortnight.
Hourly rate ranges depending on experience from: $25-27 per hour
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
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.
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:
