Backpacker Jobs South Island
Most Recent South Island Jobs
3yr+ ago
For Those Who Dream BiggerOur guests choose to stay with the iconic Hermitage Hotel because of the unique location, amazing views, and the excellent service...
3yr+ ago
Opportunities with Geneva StaffingWe work with multiple leading Aged Care facilities nationwide New Zealand who provide rewarding lifestyles and outstanding cares to...
3yr+ ago
Company DescriptionSouth Pacific Meats, a New Zealand owned, meat processing company has vacancies Now at our Burnham Processing plant near ChristchurchJob...
3yr+ ago
Hi! We are Olivia and Tom and we are looking for our next 'big sister or brother'!We are a fun, adventurous family who love getting outdoors but also love a good...
3yr+ ago
We are looking for someone with that drive and passion to oversee our people, performance and process with hands-on front of house leadership across our hospitality...
3yr+ ago
Multi role of waiter/waitress and bar in wood fired pizzeria.Accomodation available.Short-term or long term as preferred.
3yr+ ago
DescriptionWe are on the lookout for candidates to join our team as Factory Hand who will be working our Apple and Kiwifruit Packhouse, based in Motueka supporting...
3yr+ ago
The Brasserie Kitchen and Wine Bar in beautiful Akaroa is looking for Experienced wait staff, kitchen hands and gardeners for the busy summer season full time and Part...
3yr+ ago
We are looking for Restaurant staff/ Housekeeping staff.Position is full time and a mix of housekeeping and restaurant shifts. Starting now!5 days a week/...
Backpacker Jobs in South Island, NZ
Sensational South Island
Ski the South Island
There are a number of different ski resort options if you're heading to the South Island for the winter season.
Ski it up in Porters, or Coronet Peak is a great spot for beginner skiers as the slopes aren't too high.
For the more experienced, Treble Cone near Wanaka is good for the advanced skier or snowboarder.
With fresh snow comes the crowds, which is perfect if you're looking for an au pair role. Many parents love to leave the kids with something fun to do while they hit the slopes, and you're bound to find babysitters are in demand during the winter season in these areas.
Christchurch
Christchurch is one of the most picturesque cities in the world, and a trip to this South Island hot spot will not disappoint.
Take in the views on a Christchurch gondola ride, go punting on the Avon River, explore the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, or have a picnic in Mona Vale park.
If you'd like to settle in the city for a while, there are a number of different office administration jobs that often need filling. Take a few months to work and explore Christchurch and you won't be disappointed.
Canterbury
The region that surrounds Christchurch looks like something out of a film with its rolling grassy plains, crystal clear lakes and white-topped snowy mountains. Home to the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, which houses the country's tallest mountain, as well as the spectacular Tasman Glacier, which is 27km long, there is a plethora of things for the adrenalin-junkie backpacker to do.
After the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011, this part of the country is still re-building. This means labouring jobs aren't too hard to come by, so if you're looking for construction work on your backpacking holiday, this could be a good place to base yourself.
Stewart Island, Southland
Technically not on the South Island but 30km south of the South Island, Stewart Island is home to less than 400 people. A stunning place to visit, although it can get windy, Stewart Island is a fishing hotspot.
Fishing off the bays and coves of this island you will find blue cod, grouper and trumpeter fish. Being a popular fishing location, if you take a jaunt to this magical place you might be lucky enough to find a fishing job to keep you busy through the fishing season.
And there you have it – some of the best places to explore on New Zealand's north and south islands, and the jobs to do to help you fund your next adventure.