Careers

Embark on a journey like no other. Join us and become a part of a rich legacy spanning over a century, where history and modern Whanganui collide. We aim to be the premier tourist offering in Whanganui while honoring the past and caring for our future. Enabled by tourism our not-for-profit organsiation is preserving pieces of our past for future generations to enjoy.

Employment Opportunities

The Waimarie offers a great environment to learn and thrive in the Tourism, Hospitality, and Marine sectors.

We have a range of employment opportunities during our season and typically recruit in August each year.

Looking for a rewarding career? We have a range of employment opportunities during our season and typically recruit in August each year. If you're interested in joining our team for the 2024/2025 season, send your expression of interest to [email protected].

Current Roles

We don't have any current vacancies but are always keen to hear from people interested in joining our team

Volunteer Program

Join us as a volunteer and share your skills in maintenance, from cosmetic work to keep the old girl looking as good as she did 126 years ago, to sharing your knowledge with our visitors about the Riverboat era, Whanganui, and Te Awa Tupua - Whanganui River. Reach out to us if you want to be involved in our volunteer program.

Training and Education

Are you a training and education provider looking for a space to learn and develop industry skills? We can work with you to build a learning platform that caters to your needs and outcomes.

What our other guests have said

We couldn't have had a better experience! Beautiful scenery, friendly staff who couldn't do enough to help. We will be doing this trip every year without a doubt. Highly recommended!

Stacey Bell

Thank you for a fantastic experience and trip with an awesome team, thoroughly recommend it.

Gareth Davies

A perfect steam cruise. The trip was well organized and planned with a well drilled team. The trip left on time and all staff volunteered information on the operation. The steam engine room is a highlight with the ability to enter the room and watch the operation.an excellent trip.

davidgW

Fantastic - must do - Whanganui experience. It's a lovely trip with so much to see and lots of interesting information too. Wave out on your trip - locals love it too. You'll be thrilled you had this fantastic experience - guarantee it

Rebecca NZ

Fantastic experience. Even had homing pigeons on board that they released when we got to the farthest point from the beginning. Great little cafe/bar on board also.

Simon Cope

A peaceful delight The 2-hour trip was a delight. Interesting commentary and the ability to get down to the engine. Friendly and informative crew too. And you can buy beers!

William H

The only coal fired paddle steamer in New Zealand. Journey an hour up the Whanganui river as far as the Upongongaro church. A ride that was once a mainstay of 19th century travel. A great experience. Highly recommended.

John Sherborne

Such a nice time on board! Two kids loved it! Got to pat the homing pigeons and watch the engineer shovel coal to the firebox.. friendly deckhand made the kids day with the lollipops! Thanks to all the crew for a fun trip

Karen Shaw

Enjoyable experience Was a lovely authentic steamboat ride across the river in Wanganui. Great to see a piece of NZ history and learn a bit about Wanganui. The tour was lovely, and the views were great. You can even enjoy a drink on the boat while you enjoy the view.

Lillottie12

Thank you for letting us have our wedding on board the whole atmosphere and the friendliness of the crew and manager made it a great memorable experience for us we couldn't have had a better place to get married

Shane Burrell