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Ngai Tahu Tourism Placement Programme
Ngāi Tahu Tourism is currently recruiting for our Placement Programme for Ngāi Tahu Maori School Leavers.
This programme is designed for Ngāi Tahu whānui (rangatahi and pakeke) who are looking to build their confidence, gain real‑world experience, and explore a pathway into the tourism and hospitality industry.
Placements are available in locations including:
Takapō / Tekapo, Tāhuna / Queenstown, Waiau / Franz Josef, Te Anau, Fiordland, Rotorua, Taupō, and Auckland
What’s on offer:
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Paid at Living Wage
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12 weeks (flexible start/finish dates)
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Minimum 32 hours per week
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Hands‑on experience across guest experience, operations, retail, and guiding support
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Ongoing support from our Ngāi Tahu Tourism whānau
Applications close: 5pm, 1 August 2026
We’re looking for applicants who:
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Are registered Ngāi Tahu members (or open to registering)
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Are Year 13+ or have finished school
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Are ready for a full‑time, hands‑on work experience
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Are keen to learn, contribute, and be part of a team
We know many of your students are exploring pathways into tourism, and this programme is a great way to:
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Gain real industry experience
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Build confidence and skills
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Understand how tourism businesses actually operate day‑to‑day
For further details and to apply please direct them to https://mahi.ngaitahu.iwi.nz/?unlistedjob=1dr1LZq&tracker=645992249





