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Managers and Minders

We are pleased to offer this free service for those seeking managers or minders in the accommodation industry. The intention of this page is simply to assist in connecting suitable parties.

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Sunshine Holiday Relief ( preferably couple, optionally single manager/s, minder/s availability)

Position Sought Both
Availability now to negotiable
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
  • Bed & Breakfast
  • Other
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • RMS
  • STAAH
  • roomMaster™
  • Roomsoft
  • Preno
Listing Uploaded 13 July 2025
Listing expires 13 July 2026
Phone 021 21 32 866
Mobile 021 21 32 866
Email sunshineholidayrelief@gmail.com

Comments

With all our over 15 years of experience as full time managers and minders working mainly motels and motor lodges, after recently finishing a few years contract, we are now offering ourselves preferably as long term managers (anywhere in NZ considered) or optionally short term relief managers/minders.

‘’Sunshine Holiday Relief’’ - is our business name with our Motto ’You go on a sunshine holiday, whilst we relieve for you and take care of your business’’.

Our years of experience has given us a great insight into the industry allowing over time to cultivate a professional work ethic bringing with us a good business and public relations disposition. Our broad range within the industry has been anywhere from running an Auckland 36 room fast pace national/international airport Motel to working a high-end Motor Lodge in Rotorua’s tourism industry followed by working in a high-end flux corporate clientele Motor Lodges, as well as minding short term accommodation venues across the country.

We bring a professional work ethic attitude and aim to apply it towards how you would like us to run your business for you, as we understand the many different variable ways that people run their business. With our experience though, happy to implement new solutions if required.

If this sound appealing to you, call us and we will look forward to meeting and working with you.

Kasia and Ira

Debby & Marshall

Position Sought Manager
Availability Flexible to Flexible
Preferred Locations
  • Southland
  • Otago
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • West Coast
  • Nelson & Marlborough
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • MotelMate
  • STAAH
  • Little Hotelier
  • Other (please state)
Listing Uploaded 7 July 2025
Listing expires 7 July 2026
Phone 037826047
Mobile 0273361230
Email deakerdeanaccounts@mail.com

Comments

Specializing in managing Country Hotel/ Motel properties - over 10 yrs experience.
Honest, efficient and friendly
Both of us hold current Duty Manager Licenses
Relax and enjoy your time away while we care for your property and patrons 🙂
Currently managing a beautiful accommodation property in Kaikoura.
Available again from July 2025.

Nicky and Tom Blaikie

Position Sought Both
Availability 28th July 2025 to no end date
Preferred Locations
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Stewart Island
  • International
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
  • Management Rights
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
  • Bed & Breakfast
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • RMS
  • AdobeBooking
Listing Uploaded 3 July 2025
Listing expires 3 July 2026
Phone 02755978408
Email tonikajo@xtra.co.nz

Comments

We are a NZ couple in our mid 50s from the Otago region .We have been working in the Hospitality Industry for over 30 years ,managing hotels , motels ,cafes, owning and operating Dunstan Hotel in Clyde for 16 years ,and more recently relief managing Holiday Parks/Camping Grounds ,which we having really enjoyed .
The fast pace of this industry keeps it enjoyable ,along with the great people you meet and work along side .We are willing to fill in in any aspects of the job.
We are flexible with time frames but would prefer any work from 3 weeks upwards ,from the 28th July 2025.

Kind Regards Nicky and Tom Blaikie

Nicky 0275978408 Tom 0272840345

Bernard Burke-Fulltime Manager Available Now

Position Sought Both
Availability 1 April 2025 to 1 April 2030
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • Hawkes Bay
  • West Coast
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Management Rights
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • STAAH
  • Roomsoft
  • AdobeBooking
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
Listing Uploaded 2 July 2025
Listing expires 2 July 2026
Phone 0274334174
Mobile 0274334174
Email hospoguy@outlook.com
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Comments

HANDS ON MANAGER AVAILABLE NOW:
With over 20 years of hands-on experience in the New Zealand hospitality and accommodation industry, I bring proven leadership in managing a diverse range of motels, resorts, and apartment-style hotels. I am currently available for relief or full-time opportunities, particularly for properties in transition, preparing for sale, or in need of revenue growth and operational optimisation. Attend yearly HNZ and Maximum Occpancy ConferenceS to keep abreast of what is happening in our industry and also the Ahice conference which was held last year IN Christchurch and again here in 2025

Recent Roles Include:
Resort Manager – Sacred Waters Luxury Resort, Taupō (Property now sold)

Resort Manager – Nugget Point Resort, Queenstown (Successfully managed through to sale)

Interim General Manager – Barclay Suites, Auckland (85-room apartment hotel, covered GM role until permanent placement)

What I Offer:
Operational Excellence: Deep expertise in daily hotel/motel management, guest experience optimisation, staff leadership, and compliance.

Revenue Growth: Ability to quickly assess and implement strategies to improve profitability, including dynamic pricing, automation, and direct bookings.

Sales & Distribution: Strong relationships with OTA partners, wholesalers, and key travel distributors across New Zealand and Australia.

Technology Implementation: Former BDM at Seekom, with a focus on training and implementing property management and channel systems to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

Industry Expertise: Regular speaker and presenter at national workshops with Seekom and Hospitality New Zealand, specialising in digital transformation and customer journey enhancements.

Whether your property is undergoing ownership changes, seeking a transitional manager, or simply needs a fresh set of experienced eyes to guide it to the next level, I’m ready to assist.

Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your business — either short-term or long-term.

Jill Alexander

Position Sought Minder
Availability 1 August to ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Backpacker/Hostel
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • MotelMate
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 1 July 2025
Listing expires 1 July 2026
Phone 0212206558
Mobile 0212206558
Email jillalexander10@gmail.com
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Comments

Need a break in Wanaka or surrounds ? Give me a call .
I've been a minder several times over the years for both Archway Motels in Wanaka when Bridgit and Paul Parker were the owners and also Brookvale motel . In between times I've been a teacher at Wanaka Primary School.
I can manage efficiently both front-of-house service and property upkeep. Im a hard working, organised person who has a friendly demeanour and enjoys meeting people and providing them the best experience possible.
I am happy to supply references if needed.

Lily Dale

Position Sought Manager
Availability July 2025 to indefinitely
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Waikato
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • STAAH
Listing Uploaded 23 June 2025
Listing expires 23 June 2026
Phone 0211974343
Mobile 0211974343
Email z.lilydale@gmail.com

Comments

Looking for someone to mind your own business while you have your much deserved break or deal with other things? Let me help you.

I currently own and manage a motel which I did for the last 8 years so I fully understand the importance of customer service and the overall management of a hospitality establishment. Alongside my experience with running a business is my degree in business analysis which has enhanced my problem solving skills. I am a hands on operator, both experienced at reception, taking reservations, and managing a house keeping team. Being a computer instructor in my past life, I can comfortably and easily navigate my way with whatever PMS or booking system you've got.

Looking forward to chatting with you.

Dilys & Neil Harvey - Relief Management Services

Position Sought Manager
Availability October 2025 to Ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Coromandel
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Auckland & Northland
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Roomsoft
  • Little Hotelier
  • RMS
  • STAAH
Listing Uploaded 18 June 2025
Listing expires 18 June 2026
Phone 021335767
Mobile 021708966
Email neil.dilys60@gmail.com
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Comments

Based in Matamata and prepared to travel
Available from October '25 for short to medium Relief Management
21 years experience
We have done Relief Management, Management, and owned our own lease.
We have worked in New Zealand and Australia
We are "The Complete Package"
Please call to discuss your requirements.

Clare Penberthy

Position Sought Manager
Availability 04/06/2025 to 2027
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Gisborne
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • International
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • RMS
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Roomsoft
  • AdobeBooking
  • ResBook
  • Other (please state)
Listing Uploaded 4 June 2025
Listing expires 4 June 2026
Phone 02102360419
Mobile 02102360419
Email accommodation.manager@hotmail.co.uk
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Comments

Hi. I have been made redundant as onsite manager due to restructures to the business. I am currently on the look out for a managers role and can start immediately.

Vicki & Andy - Experienced Motel Management - Minders

Position Sought Manager
Availability August 2025 to TFN
Preferred Locations
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Hawkes Bay
  • International
  • Gisborne
  • Southland
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Waikato
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Management Rights
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • RMS
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 31 May 2025
Listing expires 31 May 2026
Phone 0274722270
Mobile 0274722270
Email andy@flagstaffalpacas.nz

Comments

Experienced motel owners and minders in New Zealand and Australia seeking minder positions, having owned 2 motels previously. Hands-on operators proficient in several motel management and channel manager systems, staff management and developing/supporting client and guest relations.

Happy to travel to support week or longer placements - minding only. We are a couple with very high integrity, respect for others, and honesty in our work.

Sunny

Position Sought Minder
Availability Oct 2025 to Nov 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Canterbury
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 27 May 2025
Listing expires 27 May 2026
Phone 0211365488
Mobile 0211365488
Email mwwhappy@hotmail.com

Comments

Hello! My name is Sunny. I have over 10 years of experience owning and operating a motel. After a decade of hands-on management, I understand the importance of taking a well-deserved break, and I’m here to help you and your family do just that!

I have good experience in reception and reservations, and I am familiar with systems such as Callista, Little Hotelier, and Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions). I am also a quick learner, so I can easily adapt to any new system you use.

Based in Christchurch, I am currently available as a relief manager for properties in the Christchurch region. I look forward to the opportunity to support you and ensure your business runs smoothly in your absence.

Warm regards,

Sunny

Sue and Craig

Position Sought Minder
Availability October 2025 to Indefinite
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Gisborne
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Stewart Island
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • STAAH
  • Little Hotelier
  • Resley
  • Other (please state)
Listing Uploaded 20 May 2025
Listing expires 20 May 2026
Phone 021948589
Mobile 021948589
Email info@sueandcraig.com
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Comments

We are Sue and Craig, with considerable experience in managing and owning businesses. Our accommodation experience includes managing the Bella Vista Fox Glacier from 2016 to 2021. We have also worked in and managed a range of accommodation types including motels, holiday parks, and lodges. Since October 2021 we have been busy as relief managers at a variety of properties throughout the country.

We offer a wide range of skills for your accommodation business, and pride ourselves on ensuring guests get the best experience possible. Our highly developed sense of duty means we run your business as if it were our own – that’s what you’re paying us for.

For more information our website is www.sueandcraig.com

May Shen

Position Sought Manager
Availability Anytime to Anytime
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
Listing Uploaded 18 May 2025
Listing expires 18 May 2026
Phone 0273795566
Mobile 0273795566
Email 1520471009@QQ.com

Comments

We are a young Chinese couple with one and a half years of experience as motel managers in New Zealand, and now we are looking for related jobs.
If you need to find a hotel manager, please feel free to contact me for more information. I believe you will find our skills more suitable for your needs.^_^

Kath and Mark Beckett

Position Sought Minder
Availability 1 September 2023 to November 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Central North Island
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
Listing Uploaded 14 May 2025
Listing expires 14 May 2026
Phone 0274 999 532
Mobile 027 910 6666 Kath
Email kathandmark@live.com

Comments

We have been in the industry for over 20 years. Have owned and managed motels in Taupo and Napier. We are semi-retired and at present are living in Taupo.

Christina Kane

Position Sought Both
Availability 14th June 2025 to 13th June 2030
Preferred Locations
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Bay of Plenty
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • MotelMate
Listing Uploaded 5 May 2025
Listing expires 5 May 2026
Phone 027 578 6383
Mobile 027 578 6383
Email ckane@xtra.co.nz

Celeste and Murray Palmer

Position Sought Manager
Availability 12 December 2025 to Indefinite
Preferred Locations
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Coromandel
  • Auckland & Northland
  • West Coast
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Hawkes Bay
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
PMS Experience
  • Newbook
  • RMS
  • Little Hotelier
  • Other (please state)
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
Listing Uploaded 4 May 2025
Listing expires 4 May 2026
Phone 0274374933
Mobile 0274374933
Email cel.palmer@yahoo.com.au
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Comments

We are a married couple with 4 adult children who have been managing motels and high end tourist parks throughout Australia and New Zealand for the past 13 years.
We travel with a well behaved 9 year old Greyhound who has been raised in the accommodation sector and is well versed on customer service and satisfaction 😀
We have extensive knowledge in grounds, maintenance, housekeeping, accounts, staffing and KPI's and enjoy the diversity that the industry offers.
We have some experience with Food and Beverage on a small scale and are excited to offer our services.
We are happy to relocate to almost any location and can work under PAYE or contract.
We are hard and enthusiastic workers who belive that the needs of the business and rhe customer are foremost for a successful business.
We treat our team like family and foster an environment where our team look forward to coming to work everyday.
Please feel free to reach out to us should you have any enquiries. We look forward to hearing from you

Andrew & Brenda - AB Accommodation Managers

Position Sought Manager
Availability 23 August 2025 to ongoing for a great opportunity
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Gisborne
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Stewart Island
  • International
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
  • Management Rights
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
  • Bed & Breakfast
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • RMS
  • Newbook
  • Roomsoft
Listing Uploaded 2 May 2025
Listing expires 2 May 2026
Phone +64 (0)273555632
Mobile +64 (0)273555632
Email ab.accom.managers@gmail.com
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Comments

Open to relief management, a permanent position or other great business opportunities.

We have been accommodation business managers since 2015 and have been relief managing for the last 2 years.

We are fully booked with relief till 23rd August 2025.

See our website for more info: www.accommodationmanagers.com or contact us for more info and/or for our CV.

Look forward to hearing from you!

Andrew Boyd (www.wilsonboydgroup.co.nz)

Position Sought Manager
Availability Now to ongoing for right position
Preferred Locations
  • Taranaki
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Coromandel
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Stewart Island
  • International
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
  • Management Rights
  • Backpacker/Hostel
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
  • Other
Listing Uploaded 1 May 2025
Listing expires 1 May 2026
Phone 0275196384
Email manager@wilsonboydgroup.com
CV Download
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Comments

I have recently relocated after spending three years in Singapore as an Estate Manager taking care of high end properties that consisted of 791 and 810 units. My main job was to take care of the budget and deal with the day to day runnings of the property. I had to prepare and present a monthly meeting with financial statements and forecasts to investors. I dealt with the residents complaints and needs and keep in check contractors.
I can either work on a caretaker basis minding properties or a full time contract managing a budget and trying to look at a better financial position for the owner/investor.
I previously worked in high end Government in Australia looking after dignitaries from around the world.

Maxine McKay

Position Sought Manager
Availability Now to December 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Waikato
  • Taranaki
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Coromandel
  • Central North Island
  • International
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Boutique
  • Bed & Breakfast
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 23 April 2025
Listing expires 23 April 2026
Phone 0212438468
Mobile 0212438468
Email mckay.maxine@yahoo.com

Comments

Hi

I’m available for short and long term management relief. I have previously owned and operated my own motels both here in NZ and Australia. The Manager is the face and reputation of your Motel and it’s important for your guests to feel welcome and relaxed knowing they have made the right choice to stay with you. Every guest that walks through your doors is an opportunity for repeat business and it is my goal to achieve this and grow your business as though it were my own.

I look forward to hearing from you and all about your Motel and local area.

Please contact me for further information in respect of my work history.

Lee and Barry - Motel Minders NZ

Position Sought Minder
Availability March 2025 to October 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Coromandel
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Auckland & Northland
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Management Rights
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • MotelMate
  • STAAH
  • Roomsoft
Listing Uploaded 10 April 2025
Listing expires 10 April 2026
Phone 0212816669
Mobile 02102905247
Email leenbarry@gmail.com
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Comments

Need a break? We are ready and qualified to look after your business.
Lee and Barry have 11 years experience owning motels in Mt Maunganui and Nelson.
We are hands on operators, experienced at reception and taking reservations, and familiar with Motel Mate, Seekom, Strait, but able to easily pick up any other system, and happy to undertake any DIY maintenance if required. Barry is experienced in maintaining salt water and chlorine swimming pools.
Prior to owning motels, Barry was in shipping and logistics, and Lee’s background was in marketing, business development and administration.
You can be assured that we will undertake all tasks as if it was our own property. Please Contact us for availability.

Meet the Smylie’s - Kim & Stu Smylie

Position Sought Minder
Availability Now to Whenever
Preferred Locations
  • West Coast
  • Southland
  • Otago
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Stewart Island
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • International
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Management Rights
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
  • Other
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • STAAH
  • roomMaster™
  • Roomsoft
  • Little Hotelier
  • AdobeBooking
  • ResBook
  • RMS
Listing Uploaded 8 April 2025
Listing expires 8 April 2026
Phone 02108331018
Mobile 0210831018
Email ksmylie@hotmail.co.nz

Comments

We have had over 2 decades of motel management experience; we have been dedicated to providing top notch to motels in New Zealand. Our focus is to let you have a well-deserved stress free break away. Please don't hesitate to contact us for more information.

Dean and Karyn Marden - Minders

Position Sought Minder
Availability Now to Open
Preferred Locations
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
PMS Experience
  • Newbook
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Preno
Listing Uploaded 6 April 2025
Listing expires 6 April 2026
Phone 027 928 2508 - Karyn
Mobile 027 300 2716 - Dean
Email deanandkaryn@gmail.com

Comments

Hi there

We are looking for motel/holiday park minding work in the North Island. We have 7+ years experience in running both holiday parks and motels. We have used Seekom, Calista, Preno and Newbook amongst others. And we are very quick learners if it is a booking system that we haven't had experience with before. We have our own self contained bus (9m) if this is required. We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service and will look after your business with pride. We do have two small hypoallergenic dogs who travel with us - but they can stay with family if they would be an issue.

So if you are in need of a break - please give us a call. We would love to help you out.

Speak soon.
Dean and Karyn

Debbie Kennedy

Position Sought Minder
Availability Mid November 2024 to November 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Waikato
  • Gisborne
  • International
  • Central North Island
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Taranaki
  • Stewart Island
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • Little Hotelier
  • Preno
  • Resley
Listing Uploaded 3 April 2025
Listing expires 3 April 2026
Phone 0274567588
Mobile 0274567588
Email debbiekennedy26@gmail.com

Comments

Hi there to other Moteliers
I was managing the Beach Lodge Motels in St Kilda Dunedin for 2 years. It is an 18-unit complex which I did on my own. We did all laundry on site so that kept me busy and out of mischief.
I finished my time there in September 24 so had a lovely holiday before commencing my minding journey. I have been at motels in Christchurch and am currently at a motel in Nelson.
I am open to anything and anywhere in NZ really, just looking forward to some new challenges.
I do not have a current CV sorry as I was employed as an Administration Manager of Vision AV, an Audio-Visual Integration Company in Dunedin, for 28 years prior to entering the motel world.
I have references available from my Beach Lodge owners and Derek Johnson from Coffeys.
Feel free to check out the reviews from Beach Lodge.
If you are looking for someone who is keen, trustworthy, honest, reliable and great with people then give me a call.
Cheers and thanks
Debbie

Alan & Susan Harrison

Position Sought Minder
Availability 20/06/2025 to Onward
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 26 March 2025
Listing expires 26 March 2026
Phone 0279311291
Email adskhp@gmail.com

Comments

We are Alan and Susan. We have previously owned and operated our own Motel in the central north island. We also have experience managing a Caravan Park in NSW Australia. We are a hands on couple and like to keep busy. In our spare time we like to cycle and get into the outdoors. We know how important it is to get a reliable Relief Manager to keep your business running the same as you would while you take a break from the 7 days a week regime of running your Motel. We can change a light bulb and clear a blocked toilet strip and make beds. Please feel free to email or phone us with any enquiries you may have as to us looking after your Motel

Wendy and Pat Fairweather

Position Sought Minder
Availability Beginning of July - Generally flexible within reason. to Mid August - Generally flexible within reason.
Preferred Locations
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Waikato
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • West Coast
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Southland
  • Coromandel
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • Canterbury
  • Otago
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • International
  • Stewart Island
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
Listing Uploaded 21 March 2025
Listing expires 21 March 2026
Phone N/A
Mobile 0275044292 or 0275044290
Email patfair@xtra.co.nz
CV Download
Applicant Photo Applicant Photo

Comments

Experienced and reliable couple in our mid-fifties, with three years of motel minding experience and a strong background in business ownership. We excel in customer care and communication, ensuring guests feel welcome and operations run smoothly. With practical problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of business fundamentals, and hands-on experience in building and maintenance, we can efficiently manage both front-of-house service and property upkeep. Highly mobile and available for most locations within reason, we are committed to maintaining high standards and delivering exceptional service.

“I have no hesitation in recommending Wendy & Pat to any Motelier that is looking for a couple to run their business smoothly and professionally in your absence.” Leslie & Mike…Gladstone Motel, Richmond.
Full reference available.

Peter and Carol Roberts - Managers/Minders

Position Sought Both
Availability March 2025 to indefinate
Preferred Locations
  • International
  • Stewart Island
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • STAAH
  • Little Hotelier
  • Preno
Listing Uploaded 20 March 2025
Listing expires 20 March 2026
Phone 0272043000
Mobile 0272043000
Email cr.decocem@gmail.com

Comments

We previously owned and ran our own Motel and camp ground for 3 years. We understand the importance of customer service and the overall management of a hospitality establishment. In addition we are problem solvers, team players and work well with people.

We have worked on Seekom, Little Hotelier, Calista Aurelian and Preno/Staah and are confident to learn any other booking system.

We are happy to engage in a telephone or zoom call to make your acquaintance should you require.

References on previous assignments available on request.

Matthew and Judith Redfern - Relief Motel Minders

Position Sought Manager
Availability March 2025 to Ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Canterbury
  • Nelson & Marlborough
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • RMS
  • Roomsoft
  • Resley
Listing Uploaded 18 March 2025
Listing expires 18 March 2026
Phone 027 259 4559
Mobile 021 069 6811
Email motelmanager2020@gmail.com
Applicant Photo Applicant Photo

Comments

We are based in Christchurch, we are happy to travel to Nelson and Marlborough areas also to Motel Relief Mind.
So please contact us, we are happy to discuss dates for any forwarding and ongoing minds.
We are fully experienced in Hospitality both owning and operating Motels & Hotels.
Look forward to hearing from you if you are looking for minders. (updated March 2025)
Matthew & Judith Redfern
0210696811 Judith
0272594559 Matt

Les & Jill Coomber Accommodation Minding Services

Position Sought Minder
Availability March 2025 to and beyond
Preferred Locations
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Gisborne
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • STAAH
Listing Uploaded 18 March 2025
Listing expires 18 March 2026
Phone 0212469946 / 021960334
Mobile 0212469946 / 021960334
Email ljcoomber@gmail.com

Comments

We are a husband-and-wife team based in Whitianga on the Coromandel Peninsular.
We have over 12 years’ experience in the hospitality/tourism industry, having owned our own motel for over 9 years.
As well as moteliers we owned and operated a tour boat company out of Whitianga with Les skippering the vessel for several years.
We are fortunate to own our own caravan which enables us to tour and work around the country.
We work under the “your business is our business” principle and would like to offer our services to you and your business, if the need arises.
We are both people persons and enjoy the customer service aspects of our job.
For more information, please feel free to contact us on any of the following.
Regards
Les & Jill

Denise Lusby

Position Sought Both
Availability February 2025 to February 2029
Preferred Locations
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Holiday Park
  • Bed & Breakfast
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • STAAH
  • Little Hotelier
Listing Uploaded 17 March 2025
Listing expires 17 March 2026
Phone 0276515195
Mobile 0276515195
Email lusbyd51@gmail.com
Applicant Photo Applicant Photo

Comments

Organised, professional minder with 19 years experience in the accommodation industry as an owner/operator and minder.
Excellent references.

Jennie Smith

Position Sought Both
Availability Now to December 2030
Preferred Locations
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Coromandel
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • Newbook
  • Callista
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
  • STAAH
  • Little Hotelier
  • Preno
  • Resley
Listing Uploaded 16 March 2025
Listing expires 16 March 2026
Phone 0273312828
Mobile 0273312828
Email kiwililly@gmail.com

Comments

Currently working at The Reef Resort in Taupo , Co Management with another couple on a 2 week on 2 week off . Minding other motels on my time off when needed.
Would consider a full time permanent managers position depending on location etc.
4 years Motel Management experience.

Steve and Jackie Clark

Position Sought Minder
Availability Available from June 2025 to December 2027
Preferred Locations
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Boutique
  • Hotel/Luxury Lodge
  • Bed & Breakfast
PMS Experience
  • Other (please state)
Listing Uploaded 5 March 2025
Listing expires 5 March 2026
Phone 027 285 1401
Mobile 027 365 3346
Email steveclark64@gmail.com

Comments

Previous Managers of The Classic Villa 5-star Boutique Hotel 17 Worcester Street Christchurch central.

From February 2022 to February 2025.

Please refer to reviews on Google, Booking.Com, Expedia and Tripadvisor.

Keith and Robyn Haddy

Position Sought Manager
Availability September 2025 to Ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
Property Experience
  • Motel
PMS Experience
  • MotelMate
  • Free Online Booking (Strait Solutions)
Listing Uploaded 4 March 2025
Listing expires 4 March 2026
Phone 02108746096
Mobile 02108746096
Email robynkeith136@gmail.com

Comments

As a husband and wife team with 5 years experience in the Motel Industry with hands on experience. Both having had 20+ years in retail hospitality industry. We have a positive attitude, reliable, honest and customer focused as well as been used to multitasking and having an eye for detail. The Systems we have used are Motel Mate and Freeonlinebooking. If you are needing a well earned break we look forward to hearing from you. We are based in the Nelson region however we are happy to travel to Marlborough, West Coast and Canterbury. We prefer 7-14 days at one given time.

May

Position Sought Minder
Availability March 2025 to Dec 2026
Preferred Locations
  • Taranaki
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Coromandel
  • Canterbury
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • International
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
Property Experience
  • Motel
  • Management Rights
  • Boutique
  • Backpacker/Hostel
PMS Experience
  • Seekom
Listing Uploaded 3 March 2025
Listing expires 3 March 2026
Phone 0220477900
Mobile 0220477900
Email meikuen_1984@yahoo.com

Comments

Experienced in hospitality industry for more than 10 years - management position.
Current - Motel / hotel management with Seekom experience.
CV and Ref available.
Please contact or email for any further information- I would love to help you with your business when you need a break!

Peter & Karen Johnston

Position Sought Minder
Availability April 2025 to Ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Waikato
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Central North Island
Listing Uploaded 28 February 2025
Listing expires 28 February 2026
Phone 02041784128
Mobile 02041607497
Email pjkj26@gmail.com

Comments

Experienced in both Motel & management rights for last 25 years. Managers last 5 years in Taupo 5 star resort. Ref available. Interested in minding positions 1-2 weeks at a time. Have all round experience in motel management, office and outside/pool areas. Please contact us for any further information-we would love to help you with your business.

Shaun & Michele Driscoll

Position Sought Both
Availability March 2025 to Unlimited
Preferred Locations
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
Listing Uploaded 18 February 2025
Listing expires 18 February 2026
Phone 0223552616
Mobile 0223552616
Email michele.shaun@gmail.com

Comments

We have owned our own motel and completed a number of minding assignments. A cv and references can be supplied. We live in Hastings

Chrisi Smith

Position Sought Minder
Availability 28th March 2025 to on going
Preferred Locations
  • Southland
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • West Coast
  • Gisborne
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Otago
  • Waikato
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Bay of Plenty
Listing Uploaded 13 February 2025
Listing expires 13 February 2026
Phone 027 337 1732
Mobile 027 337 1732
Email chrisismith5678@gmail.com

Comments

Motel/Hotel Minder available.
over 35 years in Hospitality and Security.

Sandeep Jamwal

Position Sought Manager
Availability APRIL 2025 to NA
Preferred Locations
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Auckland & Northland
Listing Uploaded 6 February 2025
Listing expires 6 February 2026
Phone 0221571030
Mobile 0221571030
Email sandeepjamwal8872@gmail.com

Comments

Experienced

Nancy and Kevin Crowther

Position Sought Minder
Availability Now to Through 2025
Preferred Locations
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
Listing Uploaded 27 January 2025
Listing expires 27 January 2026
Phone 0274 498030
Mobile 0274 498030
Email n.k.crowther@xtra.co.nz

Comments

30 years experience in the motel industry.
Have owned motels in Palmerston North, Wellington and Kapiti Coast

Andy

Position Sought Both
Availability Now to Open ended
Preferred Locations
  • Canterbury
Listing Uploaded 22 January 2025
Listing expires 22 January 2026
Phone 02102754677
Mobile 02102754677
Email andy.tookey@xtra.co.nz

Comments

Owner/Operator of a motel for 15 years. Have been minding different motels in Christchurch for past two years. Mostly for a day or so each week. Sometimes covering holidays for a week or two. Am currently looking for regular one, two or three days a week in Christchurch to cover Managers days off etc. Prefer no overnights to start with until settled in.

Linda Hardacre & Kelvin Dwyer

Position Sought Both
Availability 1 April 2025
Preferred Locations
  • Canterbury
Listing Uploaded 17 January 2025
Listing expires 17 January 2026
Phone 027 511 3116
Mobile 027 511 3116
Email justshanjay@gmail.com

Comments

Full Management experience since 2017. We have managed a ski lodge in Methven till covid. Relief management for 18 months until our current position at Focus Motels.

We have full responsibility of Motel from Staff, Administration including payroll, Maintenance, Marketing and anything that comes with running Motels.

We are available from the 1 April 2025 as our Motel has been sold and the new owners wish to run it themselves.

Will consider relief management roles. We would prefer to stay in Canterbury but will consider elsewhere.

Brian and Amanda

Position Sought Both
Availability Now to 2028
Preferred Locations
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Canterbury
Listing Uploaded 16 January 2025
Listing expires 16 January 2026
Phone 0279003667
Mobile 0279003667
Email thegasman001@hotmail.com

James Botting & Samuel Miller

Position Sought Manager
Availability Now to Long Term - permanent
Preferred Locations
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Central Otago & Lakes District
  • Canterbury
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Nelson & Marlborough
  • West Coast
  • Otago
  • Southland
  • Waikato
  • Gisborne
  • Central North Island
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Taranaki
  • Stewart Island
Listing Uploaded 2 January 2025
Listing expires 2 January 2026
Phone 0211653097
Mobile 0211653097
Email james.botting@outlook.com

Comments

Hi there,
We are looking for a long term live in Motel Manager position - Motel Minding experience for the last three years and relief management once a month for a local Motel now looking to move this into a fulltime role as we both love the industry and want to build on our experience. 8 years experience working in the Hotel industry in front of house management roles.
Please feel free to contact me for any further information!
We look forward to hearing from you.

Patsy Naicker

Position Sought Both
Availability 16 December 2024 to open
Preferred Locations
  • Waikato
Listing Uploaded 26 November 2024
Listing expires 26 November 2025
Phone 0274673289
Mobile 0274673289
Email patsy.packery@gmail.com
CV Download

Comments

I am looking in Taupo.

Shelagh and Ross Laird

Position Sought Manager
Availability January 2025 to Onwards
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Waikato
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Wellington & Wairarapa
  • Coromandel
  • Bay of Plenty
  • Central North Island
  • Taranaki
  • Gisborne
  • Manawatu - Whanganui
  • Nelson & Marlborough
Listing Uploaded 27 October 2024
Listing expires 27 October 2025
Phone 0275581771
Mobile 0275581771
Email sheebeme@gmail.com

Comments

Our names are Shelagh and Ross Laird, we are based in the North Island. We have had over 18 years working in the Motel, Holiday Park and Tourism industry between us. It is a lifestyle and a job that we enjoy very much, we also enjoy travelling around New Zealand so we decided to
combine the two by minding Motels and Holiday Parks while the owners go on much deserved breaks.

So far we have used Seekom, Callista, Aurelian, Strait Reservation, Reservation Master, New Book, Guest point, Motel Mate and Park Mate and many more booking systems, we are very familiar with Kiwi card and Kiwi Parks, we are also very able to learn any other systems.


We normally arrive the day before you leave - first day we arrive and set up, we go over the running of the motel/park with you, day two we are ready to work on our own. When you arrive back, we carry out hand over and discuss anything with you that we need to.

We have a facebook page Rollin Minders NZ. We are both computer literate and we learn systems very quickly. We pride ourselves with good customer service and we also take great pride in the work we do.

If you would like to discuss anything further with us you can contact us via this email or by phoning 0275581771. As references you can phone Paul and Mandy at King’s Court Motel at Wanganui pH 06 345 8586 or Shelly and Julian at Opunake Beach Kiwi Holiday Park pH 06 761 7525. We will also be able to provide other references as well if required.

Sue Burnett

Position Sought Minder
Availability 24 November 2024 to 5 February 2025
Preferred Locations
  • Bay of Plenty
Listing Uploaded 23 October 2024
Listing expires 23 October 2025
Phone 0274794433
Mobile 0274794433
Email sueanne56@xtra.co.nz

Comments

I have 10 years + motel experience as full time Manager then Motel Minder.

Gurpreet Kaur

Position Sought Manager
Availability 1/11-2024 to Na
Preferred Locations
  • Auckland & Northland
  • Bay of Plenty
Listing Uploaded 5 October 2024
Listing expires 5 October 2025
Phone 0064221561644
Mobile 0221561644
Email preetyjarnail@gmail.com
CV Download

Comments

I want to do motel manager job because I love this profession .

Louise Bright

Position Sought Minder
Availability 1st September 2024 to ongoing
Preferred Locations
  • Nelson & Marlborough
Listing Uploaded 29 August 2024
Listing expires 29 August 2025
Phone 0210 611 201
Email happydays2023@hotmail.com

Comments

I live locally in Blenheim and have recently sold an accommodation business we developed and ran for over 20 years, so I am just wanting to keep myself busy and keep my hand in within the industry.
Am very flexible on days or hours in a day, as required in Blenheim.
Look forward to hearing from you.

Fiona, experienced motel minder

Position Sought Minder
Availability now to indefinitely
Preferred Locations
  • Central North Island
  • Waikato
  • Bay of Plenty
Listing Uploaded 15 August 2024
Listing expires 15 August 2025
Phone 0211402914
Mobile 0211402914
Email gomer1973@hotmail.com
CV Download

Comments

3 years management experience at a holiday park, motels (emergency housing) and motels (paying guests).

David Charnin

Position Sought Minder
Availability Now to Indefinitely
Preferred Locations
  • Nelson & Marlborough
Listing Uploaded 6 August 2024
Listing expires 6 August 2025
Phone 0272405590
Mobile 0272405590
Email croman42@gmail.com
CV Download

Comments

Looking for a regular motel minder gig in Nelson only.
I minded the Christchurch Motel (24 Units) from July 2021 - August 2022
I managed the Broadway Motel (19 Units) from August 2022 - October 2023
I have experience with Seekom & Motel Mate
I come from a business background as a mortgage & insurance advisor for 25 years.
I'm fit, healthy, and very personable & capable.
I believe that i would be an asset to any motel/hotel

Doreen Mary Solomon

Position Sought Manager
Availability 01 August 2024 to Permanent
Preferred Locations
  • Hawkes Bay
  • Gisborne
  • Waikato
Listing Uploaded 29 July 2024
Listing expires 29 July 2025
Phone 0212505252
Email Doreensolomon110@gmail.com

Comments

5 years management experience at a holiday park, motels (emergency housing) and motels (paying guests).

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