Overview

About us

Cheeky Kiwi Travel is one of the top small group tour operators in New Zealand. We run tours from Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Te Anau to the most epic attractions across New Zealand, including; Milford Sound, Mt Cook, Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Rotorua and Tekapo.

We love showing off our amazing country and delivering fun and memorable experiences to our guests.

Who we are looking for.

We are heading into a bumper summer season, which runs from November until the end of April 2027. We are looking for Guide/Drivers to host day tours from Auckland during this period. We run small group tours (up to 16 people) to Hobbiton, Waitomo, Rotorua, Bay of Islands, Coromandel and Taupo.

  • Initially working weekends, this can be extended to additional hours during the week.
  • Be part of a fun and vibrant team
  • Great remuneration
  • Get paid to visit New Zealand’s most beautiful locations

About you 

You will;

  • Have rights to work in New Zealand (we cannot sponsor work visas)
  • Hold a Passenger Endorsement on a full New Zealand drivers license (what is this? –  https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/getting-an-endorsement/getting-an-endorsement-pvio/applying-for-a-passenger-p-endorsement/)
  • Be fluent in English
  • Be a great storyteller and enjoy meeting new people

Working weekends and public holidays – this just comes with being a guide.

If you love meeting new people and showcasing our beautiful country, we would love to hear from you. Make sure to tell us a little bit about yourself and tell us why you would be awesome at guiding. 

Task & Responsibilities 

Safely picking up and transporting customers to the tourist attractions and back.

Guiding them through the trip and telling stories about the area, New Zealand and our culture etc.

Guiding customers through attractions where needed.

Ensuring that our customers have an amazing trip that is carefree and fun.

Skills and experience

Please only apply if you meet these criteria:

Outgoing and friendly person that will engage with our guests and go the extra mile to make their day.

Currently have a NZ Passenger Endorsement

Extensive Knowledge about New Zealand and it’s culture.

Excellent customer service skills.

High level of English.

Excellent driving skills and able to drive while providing commentary and entertaining customers.

Job benefits and perks

Free or discounted meals on tour.

Great views from your office that is always changing.

Discount or free entry into New Zealand’s most amazing locations.

Higher than market rates.

See tourists be amazed and being part of making their holiday amazing.