Job Description

We are seeking motivated and passionate outdoor guides to join our guiding team. Positions are available for immediate commencement based out of Alice Springs and or Darwin in early May 2021. Attractive day rates and remote work allowances offered. 

Who we are
We are an award-winning ecotourism trekking operator specialising in small group walking holidays.
 

Our aim
To provide our guests with quality, world class trekking experiences in the most spectacular, remote, wild and pristine places in Australia.

We are looking for guides with
• A passion for trekking, travel and the outdoors
• Established outdoor experience (log book an advantage)
• Enthusiasm to share the wilderness with our guests
• Excellent customer service skills and experience delivery
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Desire to contribute positively to a team environment
• Flexibility with the ability to adapt

The role:
• Full tour guiding services in wilderness settings on both vehicle supported and expedition trips
• Facilitate a high level of interpretation with the main focus on each individual guest being able to reconnect and create a sense of place in the wilderness
• Preparation of high-quality meals and associated catering and hospitality
• Tour preparation and clean up as required and directed
• Demonstrate a “Leave no Trace” commitment and understanding towards ecotourism principles, conservation and the natural and socio-cultural environments we work in. This includes softly educating our guests to be respectful of our unique natural and cultural environments

Required qualifications
• Current Remote Area First Aid or higher such as Wilderness First Aid/ First Responder or Expedition Medicine
• Current CPR certificate
• Current Light Rigid Driver’s licence including Public Passenger Vehicle accreditation
• Food Handling Level 1 certificate
* These qualifications need to be obtained prior to commencement of employment

Desired qualifications:
• Tertiary qualifications in tour guiding, outdoor or environmental studies are highly regarded
(for example, Certificate III or IV in Guiding or Outdoor Recreation)
• 4WD driving experience and/or training
 

To apply please send an up to date resume and cover letter to email 

Applications close when all positions have been filled.

Applicants that are suitably qualified, yet have minimal guiding experience are encouraged to apply as on the job training will be provided.

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