Vacancies

We currently have the following vacancies available:

  • Outdoor Field Instructor
  • Contract Outdoor Field Instructor

Outdoor Field Instructor

We require an Outdoor Field Instructor to join our Auckland team.

Adventure Specialties Trust has over 33 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, 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 community groups).

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

Applicants will have:

  • At least 2 Level 1 NZOIA qualifications or equivalent qualifications.
  • Demonstrated industry experience elsewhere as this role is not suited to a new graduate.
  • Held a driver’s licence for a minimum of two years and be eligible for a P Endorsement.
  • 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.

Adventure Specialties Trust is committed to the on-going training and development of its staff.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake training toward further NZOIA and other relevant qualifications.

The position involves significant time away from Auckland and requires a commitment of at least three years.

 

Contract Outdoor Field Instructor

We require a Contract Outdoor Field Instructor to join our Auckland team for a long-term contract position.  Start date open to negotiation.

Adventure Specialties Trust has over 33 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 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 full drivers licence for a minimum of two years and be eligible for a P Endorsement.
  • 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.

The position involves significant time away from Auckland and can require a commitment to a set period of time.

 

To Apply

To apply for either of the above positions please forward a covering letter and CV with contact details for two referees to: Adventure Specialties Trust, PO Box 45152, Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland 0651, or email to office@adventurespecialties.co.nz.  Please clearly state which role you are applying for.

If you wish to speak to somebody about either of these positions please contact Jeff Lappin or Tim Wills on (09) 837 6033.

 

Internships

Applications for our 2019 internship programme have now closed.  If you are interested and would like to find out more about this programme for 2020 please phone (09) 837 6033 or email office@adventurespecialties.co.nz.