RealNZ

Today is International Women's Day, and we want to celebrate all of the incredible wāhine that make RealNZ what it is. Across our team they're skippers navigating the fiords, rural guides giving guests a true kiwi experience, nature guides spotting native birds in the trees, chefs crafting unforgettable dining experiences - and beyond. Their expertise, dedication, and passion shape the impact we have on our guests and the backyards we play in. Today, we acknowledge their mahi, their leadership, and their unwavering commitment to protecting and sharing the beauty of this place we’re lucky to call home. To all the wāhine of RealNZ and beyond—your impact doesn’t go unnoticed. We celebrate you today and every day 💚

Yesterday marked a historic moment for conservation in the Southern Lakes region - 18 takahē were released into the Rees Valley, just 1.5 hours north-west of Queenstown. These taonga species now call this stunning landscape home, thanks to the efforts of dedicated conservation teams from Southern Lakes Sanctuary Trust, Department of Conservation (DOC), Ngāi Tahu, and other valued partners. RealNZ is incredibly proud to have played a role in this effort, with funding from our 2024 Conservation Ball, held at Walter Peak last September, directly supporting the translocation. The event raised over $150,000, helping to create a safe and thriving habitat for the takahē by restoring native vegetation, controlling invasive species, and ensuring access to their natural food sources. “It’s incredible to see the real-world impact this funding and our conservation work represents - welcoming this important taonga species to the Rees Valley is an outstanding achievement from a lot of hard work from a lot of people," says RealNZ Ceo, Dave Beeche. A further two takahē releases into the Rees Valley are planned for later this year, with the aim of establishing a population of up to 80 takahē in the Rees Valley in 2025.

Join us as Financial Accounting Manager! We're seeking a motivated Chartered Accountant to lead our financial reporting and processes. This is your chance to take on a key leadership role, managing compliance, mentoring a talented team, and driving strategic improvements. Enjoy incredible perks like free RealNZ adventures, a Cardrona x Treble Cone season pass, and medical insurance! Apply now and make your mark:

Join the RealNZ IT team!! We are looking for: Project Manager - Maximo Are you a seasoned Project Manager with a knack for delivering enterprise software upgrades? Lead the end-to-end IBM Maximo upgrade project at RealNZ, ensuring seamless execution, stakeholder alignment, and user adoption. Join us to make a real impact on our technology landscape. Business Applications Manager Drive innovation and efficiency as RealNZ’s Business Applications Manager. Lead a talented team, optimise our technology solutions, and align business applications with strategic goals. If you're passionate about delivering modern, secure, and scalable systems, we want to hear from you! Visit our careers page for more information and to apply!

We're Hiring: Business Development Executive - Events Are you a dynamic go-getter with a passion for crafting extraordinary events and building meaningful partnerships? RealNZ is looking for a Business Development Executive - Events to join our team in stunning Queenstown. At RealNZ, we’re all about creating extraordinary experiences while caring for the places we call home. You’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and making a difference in our community. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and help us create moments that matter, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gURB6qQ3

We're looking for an energetic Contact Centre & Reservations Team Leader to elevate our guest experience! If you’re a people-person with a knack for organising, training, and inspiring, this is your moment. Step into a role where you’ll support our amazing team, make real-time decisions, and share our conservation mission with guests from all over! Perks include: medical insurance, epic adventures for you and a friend, and the chance to work in stunning Aotearoa locations. For information and to apply please visit our careers page.

We're honoured and humbled to bring three Tourism Industry Aotearoa Awards home to the South today after last night's celebration of the New Zealand tourism industry, including the Air New Zealand Supreme Tourism Award. We took the win in both category awards we were finalists in; the Johnston's Coachlines Tourism Excellence Award (Large Business), and the KiwiRail Tourism Environment Award. We're also stoked to see the Auckland Airport Tourism Champion Award go to the International Antarctic Centre’s David Kennedy. We were incredibly proud that the awards we received reflect our business' rich history, our commitment to experience delivery, and our purpose to help the world fall in love with conservation. From our CEO, Dave Beeche CNZM: “RealNZ was founded 70 years ago this year, with a foundation of delivering exceptional experiences while being at the forefront of New Zealand conservation. That is a legacy we are proud to continue to this day through the energy and passion of every single team member. We couldn’t be more thrilled to be recognised by the judges for this mahi.” Dave's message to our team today was simple: it doesn't stop here. “It’s up to us to keep shaking things up, going the extra mile, and making a difference so that every guest leaves with a great story to tell.” We'd like to extend our thanks to the entire New Zealand tourism industry for an inspiring event, and a huge congratulations to all the other award winners and finalists.

Group Financial Accountant - Join the RealNZ Finance Team! Ready for a fresh career move in one of New Zealand’s most scenic industries? RealNZ is hiring a forward-thinking Group Accountant to join our Finance team and support our mission of delivering unforgettable tourism experiences. In this role, you’ll use your commercial and technical accounting skills to drive financial reporting, support business decision-making, and collaborate across teams on budgeting and forecasting. If you’re a qualified Chartered Accountant with a passion for sustainability and tourism, we want to hear from you! For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page

Congratulations to Hannah Ballantyne on her election to the Tourism Industry Aotearoa board of directors, and a new role within the RealNZ whānau!   Joining RealNZ in 2016, Hannah stepped into the role of CFO only a year later. And now she's taking on a new challenge as our new General Manager of Tourism.   “Hannah has proven over her 8 years with RealNZ not only outstanding commercial acumen, but real insight into delivering extraordinary guest experiences,” says CEO Dave Beeche.   “Her skills and leadership will be a huge asset to our experience teams in Queenstown, Fiordland and Rakiura Stewart Island as we take the next important steps into RealNZ’s future.”   Let’s celebrate this exciting new chapter for Hannah and the wider tourism community! We can’t wait to see the positive contributions she will make on the board and in her new role.

RealNZ has two exciting operational leadership opportunities available in Fiordland. If you’re passionate about nature, guest experience, and leading exceptional teams, these roles could be your next adventure! Te Anau Caves Manager: Are you ready to take the lead on one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural experiences? As the Te Anau Caves Manager, you’ll oversee daily operations, manage a team of Cave and Nature Guides, and ensure top-tier guest service. This role offers the chance to inspire visitors from around the globe while protecting a natural wonder. Overnight Cruise Manager - Doubtful Sound: Looking for your next career step in a truly unique setting? We're seeking a motivated leader to manage our unforgettable overnight cruises in stunning Doubtful Sound. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in hands-on situations, loves the outdoors, and knows how to lead with positivity and organisation. Join RealNZ and be part of a values-driven team committed to delivering extraordinary guest experiences in some of New Zealand’s most remarkable locations. For more info and to apply, please visit our careers page. https://lnkd.in/gVBKA4FH