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Welcome to Backpacker Job Board. Backpacker Job Board is the web's best employment site for working holiday makers in New Zealand. From fruit picking jobs and seasonal harvest work, through to au-pair, hospitality work and housekeeping jobs, Backpacker Job Board is home to a wide variety of different casual jobs for backpackers. We have full-time, part-time and temp roles to suit all travellers in NZ. Browse our jobs database and apply for jobs online for free. No fees required! Any questions, feel free to contact us - we're happy to help. In the meantime, here's some useful links:

Featured Backpacker Jobs

11d ago

Stargazing Tour Guide

Go Tekapo

Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie

Go Tekapo is looking for new Stargazing tour guides to join our team for the 2025-2026 summer...

1mth ago

Group Leader - Ideal Job For Backpackers

INTRO Travel

Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown, South Island

GROUP LEADER ROLE - INTRO TRAVELDo you have a passion for travel, enjoy meeting new people...

1mth ago

Group Leader - Ideal Job For Backpackers

INTRO Travel

Auckland, Christchurch & Queenstown, South Island

GROUP LEADER ROLE - INTRO TRAVELDo you have a passion for travel, enjoy meeting new people...

1mth ago

Formwork Carpenter - Jump Formwork (auckland)

Gallivan Group Ltd

Auckland,

Gallivan Group Ltd require Formwork Carpenters with experience with Jump Forms.PROJECT'S...

1mth ago

Leading Hand Formwork Carpenter (jump Forms / Screens)

Gallivan Group Ltd

Auckland,

Gallivan Group Ltd require Formwork Carpenters with experience with Jump Forms.PROJECT'S...

2mth ago

Kiwi Fruit

vine work management

Whakatāne, Bay of Plenty

We are looking for workers for kiwifruit pickingNo experience required.Easy to learn job,...

3mth ago

$1500-$3000 Per Week + Travel Opportunities + Company Car...

Enlighten Press

Wellington Central, Wellington

Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic team at Enlighten Press and discover a unique opportunity to...

3mth ago

$1500-$3000 Per Week + Travel The Northern Island!...

Enlighten Press

Northern Island Travel Position, Auckland

Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic team at Enlighten Press and discover a unique opportunity to...

3mth ago

Pa And Booking Agent

Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours Limited

Picton, Marlborough

We are looking for a Personal Assistant and marketer for our tourism businesses to work out of...

3mth ago

Waiter/waitress

Escape to Picton

Picton, Marlborough

We Are Hiring!Join the Escape to Picton teamDo you have a passion for hospitality?Do...

4mth ago

$1500-$3000 Per Week + Travel/sponsorship Opportunities +...

Enlighten Press

Auckland,

Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic team at Enlighten Press and discover a unique opportunity to...

4mth ago

Tree Weed Removal Crew

Pukaki Downs Station

Lake Pukaki, South Island

Are you interested in working in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand near the Iconic Lake...

Latest Backpacker Jobs

Farm Assistance/calf Rear

PL DAIRIES LTD

Methven, Christchurch

We have two position available on a dairy farm hand and calf rear for 6 to 8 weeks, full time and casual work available until December. We are located at Mid...

New 1d ago

We have two position available on a dairy farm hand and calf rear for 6 to 8 weeks, full time and casual work available until December. We are located at Mid...

Au Pair Southland

wilkenn dairies

Otautau

Caring for Three Children During Calving SeasonWe are seeking a reliable and caring au pair to assist with the care of our three children during the calving...

5d ago

Caring for Three Children During Calving SeasonWe are seeking a reliable and caring au pair to assist with the care of our three children during the calving...

Home Help - Piha Beach

‘The Louises’

Piha, Auckland

Live-in Home Helper at The Louise’s at Piha BeachThe Louise’s www.thelouises.comThe Role:We’re looking for an enthusiastic, curious, and hardworking...

6d ago

Live-in Home Helper at The Louise’s at Piha BeachThe Louise’s www.thelouises.comThe Role:We’re looking for an enthusiastic, curious, and hardworking...

General Carpenters

BD Building

Queenstown

BD Building is an established Carpentry & Joinery company with bases throughout Australia and New Zealand. Currently offices are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and...

7d ago

BD Building is an established Carpentry & Joinery company with bases throughout Australia and New Zealand. Currently offices are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and...

Bartender

Lake Taupo Holiday Resort

Taupo, North Island

At the heart of Lake Taupo Holiday Resort lies our tropical thermal lagoon pool – a unique destination where guests can relax in geothermally heated waters, while...

7d ago

At the heart of Lake Taupo Holiday Resort lies our tropical thermal lagoon pool – a unique destination where guests can relax in geothermally heated waters, while...

Tractor Driver Needed Now For 3 Months In South Island

FRENZ Recruitment and Immigration

Lumsden, South Island

We’ve got a well-paid fixed term job for an experienced tractor driver starting ASAP to September finish. The job is in Lumsden, 1.5 hours south of Queenstown and...

7d ago

We’ve got a well-paid fixed term job for an experienced tractor driver starting ASAP to September finish. The job is in Lumsden, 1.5 hours south of Queenstown and...

Dynamic Warehouse/sales Job With Flexability

Tiny Anvil

Penrose, Auckland

Job DescriptionWe are a small and growing company based out of Auckland.We have had great success in the past with working holiday and working visa holders...

8d ago

Job DescriptionWe are a small and growing company based out of Auckland.We have had great success in the past with working holiday and working visa holders...

 

Stargazing Tour Guide

Go Tekapo

Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie

Go Tekapo is looking for new Stargazing tour guides to join our team for the 2025-2026 summer season.This will be a permanent fixed term contract running from1st...

11d ago

Go Tekapo is looking for new Stargazing tour guides to join our team for the 2025-2026 summer season.This will be a permanent fixed term contract running from1st...

Farm Assistant & Calf Rearer Roles Available From July

FRENZ Recruitment and Immigration

Oamaru, Invercargill, Ashburton, Temuka, South Island

We’ve got a number of well-paid seasonal farm jobs starting in July for 3 to 6 months in Southland, Otago and Canterbury —perfect for individuals on a Working...

12d ago

We’ve got a number of well-paid seasonal farm jobs starting in July for 3 to 6 months in Southland, Otago and Canterbury —perfect for individuals on a Working...

Farm Assistant And Calf Rearer Jobs Now Across North Island

FRENZ Recruitment and Immigration

Manawatu and Taranaki, Taranaki

We’ve got well-paid seasonal farm jobs starting in July for 3 to 6 months in Manawatu (4 positions available) and 1 in Taranaki—perfect for individuals on a...

12d ago

We’ve got well-paid seasonal farm jobs starting in July for 3 to 6 months in Manawatu (4 positions available) and 1 in Taranaki—perfect for individuals on a...

Brand Ambassadors Wanted!! Immediate Start!

Kiwi Marketing

Auckland

Exciting Opportunity Alert!If you love speaking to people, working as part of a fun team and learning new skills along the way...We want to speak to YOU!Kiwi...

14d ago

Exciting Opportunity Alert!If you love speaking to people, working as part of a fun team and learning new skills along the way...We want to speak to YOU!Kiwi...

Hiring Chef

Local Talent Taverna

Whangarei, Northland

At Local Talent Tav, we proudly serve food that’s fresh and local. We have an awesome customer base, lovely team and are proud of our offering. The best bit? We have...

14d ago

At Local Talent Tav, we proudly serve food that’s fresh and local. We have an awesome customer base, lovely team and are proud of our offering. The best bit? We have...

No Experience Necessary! Energetic Staff Wanted! + Bonuses + Immediate Start!

Surge Direct NZ

Auckland

DAILY RATE + UNCAPPED COMMISSIONAre you ready to embark on an incredible journey where you can learn new skills, travel New Zealand, earn serious money, and step...

15d ago

DAILY RATE + UNCAPPED COMMISSIONAre you ready to embark on an incredible journey where you can learn new skills, travel New Zealand, earn serious money, and step...

Casual Housekeeping

On Top Backpackers

Dunedin, Otago

On Top Backpackers has a casual PAID housekeeping position availableLocated in the heart of Dunedin City, South Island! We are looking for the right person to join...

16d ago

On Top Backpackers has a casual PAID housekeeping position availableLocated in the heart of Dunedin City, South Island! We are looking for the right person to join...

Au Pair

C&A Rockell

Rangiora, Christchurch

We are a family of 4 living on a dairy farm in North Canterbury a 20 minute drive from Christchurch, 10 min drive from Rangiora and 5 min drive from the local beach....

18d ago

We are a family of 4 living on a dairy farm in North Canterbury a 20 minute drive from Christchurch, 10 min drive from Rangiora and 5 min drive from the local beach....

Driver/ Labourers Wanted For 3 Month Project - Auckland

TBG

Mount Wellington, Auckland

We have a six month project being run out of Auckland delivering wheelie bins in and around the region.We are looking for drivers/ labourers to assist in the...

18d ago

We have a six month project being run out of Auckland delivering wheelie bins in and around the region.We are looking for drivers/ labourers to assist in the...

Full-time Receptionist / Shift Manager – Massage Centre In Cbd, Auckland

Day Spa and Massage Centre

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Receptionist – Beauty Salon | Auckland CBDHours: Rostered Shifts – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 4:00 PM to LateWe are seeking a...

19d ago

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Receptionist – Beauty Salon | Auckland CBDHours: Rostered Shifts – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 4:00 PM to LateWe are seeking a...

Cabinet Maker Campervans

Vanlifer Limited

Wairau Valley, Auckland

We’re looking for a skilled Cabinet Maker to join our workshop team in Wairau Valley, Auckland, for a 6-month project focused on building high-quality campervan...

19d ago

We’re looking for a skilled Cabinet Maker to join our workshop team in Wairau Valley, Auckland, for a 6-month project focused on building high-quality campervan...

Chef

Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours Limited

Picton, Marlborough

Looking for a talented – Head or Sous ChefWe are looking for someone who has a flair for innovation, love fresh food and understand all elements of cooking....

21d ago

Looking for a talented – Head or Sous ChefWe are looking for someone who has a flair for innovation, love fresh food and understand all elements of cooking....

Fleet Maintenance & Fit-out Technician (mechanic)

Epic Campers Limited

Mangere, Auckland

ABOUT USEPIC Campers is no ordinary campervan rentals business. We’re a small, fast-growing company with depots in Auckland and Christchurch, and a mission to...

26d ago

ABOUT USEPIC Campers is no ordinary campervan rentals business. We’re a small, fast-growing company with depots in Auckland and Christchurch, and a mission to...

 

Backpacker Jobs New Zealand

From fruit picking Jobs, fishing Jobs and seasonal harvest work to au-pair and hospitality work, Backpacker Job Board NZ is home to a huge variety of different casual Jobs for backpackers. We have full-time, part-time and temp roles to suit all travellers. Browse our job vacancy database and apply for Jobs online for free. You can also subscribe to our mailing list or follow us on Facebook and Twitter and be the first to get all our latest backpacker job vacancies live as we receive them. Any questions, feel free to contact us - we're happy to help. In the meantime, here's some useful links:

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How do I find a Backpacker Job in New Zealand?

Travelling in New Zealand is a costly pursuit. The good news is for backpackers on a working holiday visa you can earn as you travel, by working in a variety of temporary, part-time and casual jobs while traversing the north and south island of New Zealand.

How to Find a Backpacker Job in New Zealand
How to Find a Backpacker Job in New Zealand

Finding the right job at the right time is key to a successful working holiday. New Zealand is a different country with a different culture, but the work options for backpackers are aplenty.

If you're searching for a casual job in a bar, a stretch of remote work on a farm, or a short term position at a hostel, Backpacker Job Board NZ is the ideal place to start your job search. Here's our guide to find the ideal job. Let us walk you through the process of job hunting as a backpacker in New Zealand.

How to find a job in New Zealand?

How easy is it to get a job in New Zealand on a working holiday visa? Let's take a look. Here's how to find a job in New Zealand when backpacking. Note; it can take about 5 days to find work successfully and you may need a few items (WiFi, Resume, Computer or Mobile Phone).

1. Secure a working holiday visa

You can't work as a backpacker in New Zealand without holding a working holiday visa.

You must secure your visa before you arrive in New Zealand, as you'll need to supply a number of original documents as part of the application, and it will be checked at the airport on arrival.

2. Get a New Zealand mobile SIM

Having arrived in the country with visa in hand, your first job is to get a Kiwi mobile number. Head to the nearest mobile operator store and grab a SIM card so that you can make contact with and be contacted by employers. Pick a SIM with plenty of data - you'll need it!

3. Update your CV / resume

When was the last time you gave your resume a spit and shine? It's important that it is up to date, and highlights the skills, qualifications and experience that aligns with the type of job that you'll be looking for while travelling. You may well have been a lawyer in your home country, but that experience won't be super helpful in finding a job behind the bar in Wellington or fruit picking in Christchurch. Instead highlight any relevant experience and transferable skills.

4. Find a great profile photo

A picture is worth a thousand words, and ideally yours will yell "Employ Me!" 500 times over. Make it professional, captivating, and unmistakably you.

5. Register with Backpacker Job Board

As New Zealand's number one backpacker job marketplace, signing up with Backpacker Job Board will grant you access to a huge number of potential jobs. It only takes about a minute to register as a backpacker, and it's totally free!

6. Begin browsing job vacancies

Once you've registered with Backpacker Job Board you're ready to start browsing! We have lots of new jobs posted every day, so keep checking your preferred job category pages often. All our jobs are also posted to our Facebook page. Follow us on Facebook for more updates.

7. Check job eligibility

Have a read over job descriptions for any specific eligibility criteria.

Some jobs will require specific qualifications or experience. Save time in the long run, and apply for the most relevant jobs first

8. Do your due diligence

Is the employer legitimate? Do they have a good reputation? Will they follow through on their promises? It's important that you get a good sense of the employer before you get too far down the road. Check the employer's online presence for things like a New Zealand Business Number (NZBN), contact details and an address, and do your best to search out former employees to get first hand info on what they're like as a boss (Google, Facebook and Glassdoor reviews are a great place to look). It's important that you stay safe.

9. Prepare your cover letter

Cover letters are important. They have the job of personalising your resume, explaining exactly why you, with your skills and experience, are perfect for this particular job. You need to spend time getting it right. If you feel as though your English isn't as good as it needs to be, get a friend to take a look!

10. Send applications

Once you've found some good jobs from good employers and developed a knock-out resume and cover letter, it's time to send out applications!

11. Follow up with employers

While you don't want to be overeager - the employer will likely be busy, as they're currently looking for help - it's smart to follow up within a day or two. This demonstrates initiative, and shows that you're eager to work.

12. Be responsive

The job market is competitive in New Zealand, so it's important that you respond quickly to any correspondence from a potential employer. Reply to their questions in a polite and professional manner, and be sure to ask any more that you might have - this is your chance to clear up any confusion.

13. Study up before the interview

You want to know a healthy amount about the job, the employer and the industry before you sit down for an interview. You will probably be going for plenty of jobs that you don't have much experience in, but if you can show that you've learnt a little bit about the field before you've gone to the interview, it'll demonstrate real initiative.

14. Accept the job

A job offer is on the table, but this is your last chance to decide whether this is the right choice for you, so take it. On top of your earlier due diligence, which ensured the employer was trustworthy, you should take the opportunity to look at the area that you'll be working in, and the type of work, the pay and the work conditions, to ensure that this is the right move. All of these things should be clearly laid out by the employer before you accept.

15. Gain the necessary certifications/ qualifications

Congratulations - the job has been offered and you've accepted! But before you get to work, you need to make sure you have everything you need.

The first items on your checklist will be any certificates and qualifications you might need in your new job. Your employer will be able to advise the specifics, but common qualifications include the White Card / Site Safety Card certificate for labour and construction jobs.

16. Kit yourself out

You also may need to have clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE). Check what, if anything, the employer supplies, then go shopping for the extras. This is particularly important for labouring, fruit picking and farm work.

17. Start work!

You've done it! It's time to put in the hours and get paid.

18. Calculate your tax

There's one final step in the process. Getting paid is great, but it does mean that the government gets paid too, by taxing your income. You want to be sure you're not passing too much money on to them, and our backpacker tax calculator helps you to do just that. Simply pop in your income and the tax you paid, and we'll let you know what you can expect to get back at the end of the financial year!