Employment Opportunities

Program Coordinator - full time
XGA

Commencing mid-late January 2009, the Youth Services Division of XGA is seeking to employ an experienced outdoor educator / facilitator to coordinate the YARS portfolio of recreational and life skills programs.

  • Based out of our new training facility in Blacktown, Sydney
  • Rewarding and challenging role within a dynamic and innovative charity
  • Great opportunity to learn from some highly skilled and experienced staff... more>>

Finance Assistant
Outward Bound

We are seeking a professional to provide administrative and financial support to the Business Manager. The primary function of the role is around financial reporting and the coordination of debtor and creditors accounting functions. The role may appeal to an individual returning to work, who possesses a strong service ethic, an appreciation of accounting principles and financial processes, and the desire to make a difference. The role is permanent, part-time, and flexible work arrangements may be negotiated.

Outward Bound offers exhilarating personal development courses that take people into new territories, giving them the opportunity to test themselves, inspire each other and come back with a new outlook on life and the world. We aim to build stronger people and stronger communities by inspiring Australians to discover, develop and achieve their potential. Own transport required more>>

Executive Assistant
Outward Bound

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to fulfil the role of Executive Assistant at our National Base, just south of Canberra, providing administrative support to the CEO. You will be working directly with the CEO, and taking responsibility for those activities that will allow the CEO to focus on the strategic direction of the organisation.

People who have been successful in this particular role have had the following areas of expertise... more>>

Venue Manager
Scouts Australia, NSW

Cataract Scout Park
Scouts Australia NSW has a vacancy for an experienced venue manager at the premier Scout camping park in NSW.
The Venue Manager will take responsibility for the day to day operations of the Park, and maximise the potential of this facility.

The successful applicant will have at least... more>>

Trainer in Outdoor Recreation (permanent, full time)
Crusaders
The Trainer will work within ‘Crusaders Training’, an RTO, based at our Galston campsite in Sydney’s north west, and will develop, deliver and assess a range of training programs contained within the Outdoor Recreation and First Aid training packages. Trainees include Crusader staff and volunteers. An attractive package including a fully maintained car is offered.

Ideally the Trainer will have qualifications and experience in... more>>

Operations Manager
Inter-Action Experiential Learning

Uki, Northern NSW
Salary Range - $43,000 - $47,500
We will employ an exceptional, committed, flexible, skilled and hard working individual who believes passionately in the value of outdoor education for young Australians to this position.

Your commitment to Inter-Action will be for a minimum of 2 years. Applicants prepared to commit to three years or longer will considered favourably. Key Responsibilities include... more>>

Instructor Position Open for 2009
Inter-Action Experiential Learning
Dream Lifestyle near Byron Bay
Our home base is "Nightcap" (formerly Mebbin Springs) a 3000 acre private land holding in northern NSW surrounded by World Heritage National Park. Most clientele are school based. Programs are a mixture of expeditions in northern NSW & centre-based outdoor education programs.

The position is permanent part time with the opportunity to work for associated businesses in quieter times. We need an Outdoor Education Instructor who has or can obtain... more>>

Recruitment Officer
Outward Bound

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to fulfil the full-time role of Recruitment Officer at our National Base, just south of Canberra. This exciting new role involves coordinating the recruitment, selection and induction processes at Outward Bound Australia. This is a great opportunity to join this vibrant industry, meeting interesting people and being involved in the strategic direction of the organisation...  more>>

Casual Staff
Outward Bound

Get your foot in the door for future casual and full time opportunities at Outward Bound.
Experience required - Ropes Course, Climb + Abseil, First Aid Qualification, Police Check / WWCC... more>>

Outdoor Education Teacher
St Joseph's College, Colo Outdoor Education Centre

An enthusiastic, experienced and well qualified outdoor education teacher to live and work at the College’s well established Colo Outdoor Education Centre. The Centre is sited on 30 hectares bounded by the Colo River and the Wollemi National Park, and has excellent facilities and equipment. The Centre is used as a base for the College’s sequential Outdoor Education program which is mainly for Years 7-9.

Activities included in the program are: Adventure Ropes Course, Bushwalking, Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Expeditions, Problem Solving Initiatives, Orienteering and Rock climbing... more>>

Casual Instructors
Outward Bound
OB are seeking Instructors to fulfil casual roles in their Program Delivery Department starting in August. Ongoing casual work opportunities to the right candidate. Once you have participated in the induction program, you will be added to their staffing pool permanently.

Casual staff fulfil the role of a Group Instructor. This involves instructing as well as supporting Outward Bound experiential education, journey based courses, according to client aims, as well as Outward Bound Australia operating procedures, philosophy and values...  more>>

Program Coordinator, Myuna Bay
Dept. of Sport & Recreation
Manage the development & delivery of outdoor education/recreation programs to clients, including schools & other organisations. Contribute to business planning & management strategies. Supervise staff to ensure client needs & outcomes are met.

Selection criteria...  more>>

Walks Guide
Vision Walks Pty Ltd
Want to be involved with a new an innovative eco-tourism company? Vision Walks provide guided walks at night using night vision goggles.

Based in the Byron/Lismore/Tweed area Vision Walks are looking for a casual part-time guide to help with their walks (it is envisaged that the hours will increase by the summer). Suitable applicants must have...  more>>

4wd Tourguide/4wd Trainer (Casual)
Aussie Off Road Experience
This position would suit experienced semi-retired or retired, mature yet dynamic hard-working person who has a passion for 4x4 travel and our great country.

Aussie Off Road are looking for loyalty, reliability and honesty, someone who can commit and the following qualifications are essential...  more>>

Senior Manager, Outdoor Education (Melbourne Based)
The Outdoor Education Group (OEG)

OEG's mission is to deliver excellence in Outdoor Education through partnerships with our clients, in order to prepare young people for the personal, social and environmental challenges in their lives.

The role of Senior Manager is responsible for nurturing excellent strategic relationships with independent schools to promote and implement our mission.  OEG seeks visionary leadership and a passion for success...  more>>

Experienced Instructors to Call on
South Coast Safaris

South Coast Safaris is looking for expressions of interest from casual experienced staff, at a minimum basic instructor level, that they could call on in times when the business needs extra staff...  more>>
Internship Program, Western Australia
Outward Bound

Following the milestone of 20 years of operations in Western Australia, Outward Bound Australia, are looking ahead to further growth and development in this area of the country. An exciting development is the decision to launch an Internship Program in Western Australia...  more>>
Experienced Field Staff
Outward Bound

Outward Bound Australia are seeking enthusiastic and committed individuals with the desire to build a career with Outward Bound Australia and a keen interest to continually learn and challenge themselves to help us achieve this mission...  more>>
Certificate IV - Lithgow TAFE
Western Institute of TAFE NSW, through Lithgow College is offering a unique and flexible training pathway in partnership with the Outdoor Education Group to allow students to study towards a CertIV in Outdoor Recreation whilst working in the outdoors or any other profession...  more>>
Regular listings of employment opportunities in NSW & Australia are available by following the links below.
COOEEads Jobs in the Conservation or Outdoor/Environmental Education sector.
AdventurePro Australia and New Zealand Adventure job opportunities.

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