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Finding Work

Are You Starting Out Your Working Holiday Visa?

Wanting to base yourself in Mount Maunganui, then look no further than Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers. With 20 years of experience, we are experts in helping guests secure jobs in the Bay of Plenty region. From bartending and laboring to kiwifruit picking and more, we have solid connections with the best contractors and job agencies.

We have an on-site job board for the latest local job listings. Plus, transportation won't be an issue, as we provide an 11-seater hostel van for commuting to nearby orchards. The best part? Most bars and restaurants are just a short walk away from their centrally located Mount Maunganui hostel, making owning a car unnecessary for work in the area. Enjoy your unforgettable working holiday with the full support of Pacific Coast Lodge and Backpackers!

Interested?! Fill out the form below and a friendly team member can give you the current job update and instructions on how to lock in a job. Nothing is guaranteed, and it is first in first served so you really need to be in the hostel to get the job. We offer weekly rates for guests starting at $280 in a dorm bed and you will need to book online (state you are wanting to find work and need a weekly rate, if one is not available you will go on a wait list) or call us, check in, then we can assist you.

You will need to be fit, enthusiastic and reliable and most of all have a great attitude!

For the kiwi fruit picking season you are required to commit for the entire season which is approximately 8 weeks.

Please note we are not your employer but we assist you in finding work. You must already have a valid NZ work visa, IRD number, and NZ bank account to work at any job we assist with.

Application Form

workers taking the Pacific Coast Lodge work van
four cleaners posing
fruit workers posing
hitchhiker thumbing a ride

JOIN OUR TEAM

DO YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR HOSTELS AND TOURISM? DO YOU LOVE MEETING PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD AND SHARING STORIES?

We are always keen to hear from people passionate about tourism interested in joining our award-winning team!

We have openings for part-time receptionists and cleaners throughout the year. Please let us know your availability by email with your CV and a little info about yourself. We want to know why you’d be a great asset to Pacific Coast Lodge!

People Say...

- Awesome Mount Accommodation -

"The whole accommodation has a good vibe, great music in the common areas during the day. Many possibilities for spending free time, cooking, relaxing. The beds were very comfortable and everything was very clean. I definitely recommend and hope to come back here again! "

- Wonderful place 💛 -

"The relaxed and welcoming atmosphere made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. The staff went above and beyond to ensure that I had a fantastic experience throughout my stay. Their exceptional service, friendliness, and attentiveness truly made a difference."

- Best Backpackers in NZ! -

"Pacific Coast Lodge is one of the best hostel that I have ever stayed in. It has a big clean kitchen, a nice tv room with Netflix (which is especially nice in rainy days when everyone snuggle all together), the staff is so nice and the vibes are immaculate. If you wanna stay longterm and make loads of friends it’s the place to go."

- 5/5 The most fun hostel I've ever been! -

"The energy of this hostel is the best thing about it! Eating meals listening to music, finding fun people to talk to, it was undoubtedly the hostel with the most focus of cool people I have ever been! Would go back again a thousand times!"

- 5/5 Great for surfers! -

"Location was awesome, close to the surf break, and they offer free surf boards! Bright, friendly hostel, with nice people. Big lounge, large communal kitchen which was neat and clean. The ping-pong table was also a highlight."

- 5/5 Perfect for Groups! -

""What a neat experience, they went above and beyond to make sure our school group had everything we needed. The  Backpackers has a awesome vibe, is very clean and is an affordable way to stay with large groups. Highly recommended - we will be back!"."

- 5/5 Favourite hostel in NZ -

"Amazing hostel! Extremely friendly staff and safe environment, staff gave great advice on how to get a job! I felt very safe and this has to be one of my favorite hostels I have ever stayed in! Could not recommend more."

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