Vacancies

Instructor Auckland

We require an outdoor instructor to join our Auckland team as a Field Instructor for immediate start.

Adventure Specialties Trust has over 25 years working with a wide range of client groups in the adventure education and personal development fields.  The Trust’s Auckland base operates throughout the North Island with programmes involving sea and river kayaking, rafting, tramping and alpine trips, also skiing, caving, rock climbing, and cycling.  Most programmes involve facilitated learning and are tailored to the specific needs of a variety of client groups (such as schools, youth development agencies and family counselling programmes).  

We are looking for applicants with a Christian commitment who will be compatible with the Trust’s philosophy and objectives. 

Applicants will have;

  • Completed a Certificate or higher in Outdoor Recreation Leadership or equivalent experience
  • Held a drivers licence for a minimum of two years and be eligible for a P Endorsement and Class 2
  • Excellent facilitation and communication skills
  • Initiative and problem solving skills
  • Good organisational skills and computer literacy
  • An understanding of outdoor education and youth work principles
  • A current first aid certificate

 

Strong candidates will also have NZOIA or equivalent qualifications and industry experience.

 

Over time you will be responsible for;

  • Developing programmes and resources specific to clients needs
  • Instructing and facilitating all aspects of programmes
  • Coordinating the work of contract staff on programmes

 

Adventure Specialties Trust is committed to the ongoing training and development of its staff.  Successful applicants will be required to undertake training toward NZOIA and other relevant assessments.  The position involves significant time away from Auckland and requires a commitment of three years due to the training and investment involved. For more information go to www.adventurespecialties.co.nz.

If you wish to speak to somebody about this position phone the number below and speak to either Tim Wills or Jared Partridge. Otherwise please forward a CV with contact details for two referees. Interviews will be held mid March which may involve a field observation.

Marianne Hunt

Office Administrator

Adventure Specialties Trust

PO Box 45152

Te Atatu Peninsula

AUCKLAND

office@adventurespecialties.co.nz                Ph  09 837 6033