Spa Therapist

Role summary

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The Spa Therapist role at Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa involves delivering professional massages, facials, body treatments and other wellness services while creating a calm, luxurious guest experience. Candidates should have recognised spa or beauty therapy qualifications, practical treatment experience and strong knowledge of health, hygiene and safety procedures. Excellent communication and customer-service skills are essential, along with a polished appearance, professional attitude and the ability to recommend suitable treatments or products. Flexibility is expected, as the role may include weekends, evenings and busy holiday periods. Experience in a hotel or luxury spa environment, retail confidence and a genuine interest in wellbeing would be advantageous.

About the employer

Sofitel is Accor’s luxury French hospitality brand, combining elegant French style with the character and culture of each destination. Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is located in the centre of Queenstown, a well-known resort town surrounded by mountains and lakes on New Zealand’s South Island. The hotel offers upscale accommodation, dining, events and spa services for international visitors, leisure travellers and business guests. As part of Accor, the property benefits from an international network, structured training, employee benefits and opportunities to develop across hotels and destinations worldwide. The spa focuses on high-quality treatments and personalised guest care, making the therapist role suitable for someone who enjoys luxury hospitality, wellness and working with a diverse clientele in a scenic tourism environment.

Working in New Zealand

New Zealand offers strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, wellness, accommodation and seasonal resort work, particularly in Queenstown, Auckland, Wellington, Rotorua and Christchurch. The culture is generally friendly, informal and respectful, with an emphasis on work-life balance, outdoor activities and environmental care. Queenstown provides an active lifestyle with hiking, skiing, adventure sports and a busy international tourism scene, although rent and daily expenses can be high. Most overseas workers need a visa before starting employment. Options may include a Working Holiday Visa for eligible nationalities and ages, or an Accredited Employer Work Visa when a qualifying employer provides a job offer. Check current Immigration New Zealand requirements, health and character rules, and employment conditions before relocating. Arrange accommodation, tax registration, banking, healthcare cover and transport in advance; public transport is available, but a car can be useful outside central areas.