Maintenance Generalist - Tourism Industry
Step into a role where your skills help keep one of New Zealand’s most unique tourism destinations operating at its best.
Tekapo Springs & Stargazing is seeking a Maintenance Generalist to join the team — someone hands-on, reliable, and experienced in maintaining facilities in a fast-paced visitor environment.
About the Role
This is a varied, practical role responsible for maintaining the safety, presentation, and performance of facilities, plant, and equipment across the Tekapo Springs site.
You’ll work closely with the Maintenance Manager and wider team to ensure the property operates smoothly and efficiently, while consistently delivering a high-quality guest experience.
Key responsibilities include:
- Completing planned and preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
- Supporting the upkeep of pools, buildings, plant, and infrastructure
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and well-presented environment for guests
- Operating and caring for maintenance equipment, machinery, and vehicles
- Supporting contractors and assisting with maintenance projects
- Contributing to health & safety practices and hazard management
Seasonal & Specialist Tasks
Depending on the time of year, you may also be involved in:
- Snow grooming and snow-making activities
- Ice rink resurfacing (Zamboni operation!)
- Ice and snow clearing to ensure safe access across the site
About You
We’re looking for someone well-versed in the tourism or visitor attractions sector, ideally with exposure to aquatic, snow, or ice-based facilities.
You will bring:
- 2–3 years’ experience in maintenance, facilities, or plant operations
- Practical, hands-on skills across a range of tools and equipment
- A strong commitment to health & safety
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A proactive, problem-solving approach
- Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster and respond to callouts when required
Required:
- Full driver's licence
- Wheels, Tracks and Rollers and/or Forks endorsement
Desirable:
- Experience in pools, snow, or ice rink environments
- Trade-based or relevant technical skills
Why Join Tekapo Springs?
- Work in a unique tourism environment in the Mackenzie Region
- Enjoy variety across seasons and departments
- Be part of a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement
- Contribute to an experience enjoyed by visitors from around the world
If you’re an experienced maintenance professional from the tourism sector ready for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note - applicants must have NZ work rights to be considered for this role.
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