Overview
Are you passionate about experiential learning, environmental sustainability, and
inspiring young people through outdoor adventure? Join our dynamic team on the
stunning Taranaki Coast.
About Us
Taranaki Outdoor Pursuits and Education Centre delivers high-quality experiential
outdoor education . We work with primary, secondary, and tertiary students,
providing meaningful learning experiences that connect people to place, challenge
comfort zones, and build resilience.
Located beneath the iconic slopes of Mount Taranaki and alongside the rugged
coastline of Taranaki Coast, our classroom environment is amazing!
The Role
We are seeking a Full-Time Outdoor Instructor with experience working across a
range of age groups, including:
Primary school students
Secondary school students (including NCEA programmes)
Year-long tertiary outdoor education programmes
You will facilitate engaging, student-centred outdoor learning experiences that
promote:
Personal growth and leadership
Environmental sustainability
Practical outdoor skills – rock-climbing, abseiling, high ropes, bush, mountain, rafting,
kayaking, surfing, sea kayaking
Person specifications:
Experienced in outdoor instruction and group facilitation, NZOIA or equivalent
qualifications are preferred but not necessary
Confident working with diverse age groups
Passionate about experiential education and kaitiakitanga
Safety-focused with strong risk management skills
Energetic, adaptable, and stoked about sharing outdoor adventures with young
people in coastal and mountain environments!
What We Offer
The opportunity to live and work in one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful regions- ten
minutes from New Plymouth city, the beach and twenty minutes from Mt Taranaki.
A supportive and passionate team environment
Loads of opportunities for professional development and career growth
A wide range of programmes from grassroots environmental education to advanced
tertiary training
Daily access to mountain, coast, and adventure
If you’re keen to inspire, explore, and make a difference through outdoor education,
we would love to hear from you.
Feel free to call Grover 0210431884 for a chat or e mail for more information or
simple send your CV and covering letter to grover@topec.co.nz
Start date is flexible, ideally mid November to get familiarised for term 1 202