Outdoor Jobs

COOEEads – a job information and advertising service for people looking for work in the outdoors:

• Outdoor Recreation / Education
• Environmental Communication
• Conservation & Parks

COOEEads’ is a weekly email listing jobs, consultancies, tenders, scholarships and grants in the fields of outdoor / environmental education, interpretive communication and park management in Australia (and New Zealand).

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Program Leader
Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games
Precincts and Venues; Infrastructure and Precincts; Sport and Recreation
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct
Currimundi

(Inserted 01/09/2025)

Job details

The Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games is an inclusive organisation. We value and respect differences and the diversity of thought and experiences people bring to our workplace culture. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and workplace inclusion and diversity in our decision-making and actions.

Eligibility for employment to this role incudes

• Citizenship/Visa Requirements
  You must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia …
• Licences
  This role undertakes travel to city, regional and remote locations and requires a current driver’s licence …
• Qualifications
  Current First Aid and CPR certificate. Formal qualifications in outdoor recreation are not mandatory for the role, however, would be highly regarded …
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  You will need to provide a copy of your blue card, which will be validated prior to engagement.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Click to access Full Job Description

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/657390/25

Closing Date: Friday, 19 September  2025

Program Leader
Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games
Precincts and Venues; Infrastructure and Precincts; Sport and Recreation
Gold Coast Recreation Precinct
Tallebudgera

(Inserted 01/09/2025)

Job details

The Department of Sport, Racing and Olympic and Paralympic Games is an inclusive organisation. We value and respect differences and the diversity of thought and experiences people bring to our workplace culture. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and workplace inclusion and diversity in our decision-making and actions.

Eligibility for employment to this role incudes

• Citizenship/Visa Requirements
  You must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia …
• Licences
  This role undertakes travel to city, regional and remote locations and requires a current driver’s licence …
• Qualifications
  Current First Aid and CPR certificate. Formal qualifications in outdoor recreation are not mandatory for the role, however, would be highly regarded …
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
  You will need to provide a copy of your blue card, which will be validated prior to engagement.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Click to access Full Job Description

Job Ad Reference:  QLD/657391/25

Closing Date: Friday, 19 September  2025

Outdoor Education Teacher
Trinity Anglican School
Cairns

(Inserted 25/08/2025)

Outdoor Education Teacher– to commence January 2026

Graduates encouraged to apply

Full Time

Trinity Anglican School – Outdoor Education (YouTube)

Trinity Anglican School is seeking applications for an Outdoor Education Teacher to join our award-winning Outdoor Education team, located in the beautiful tropical city of Cairns.

Are you passionate about the great outdoors and inspiring young minds? Trinity Anglican School, Cairns, is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Outdoor Education Teacher to join our dynamic, award-winning team.

Why Trinity Anglican School? Trinity Anglican School is the leading independent Anglican school in Cairns, renowned for excellence in Far North Queensland. With campuses at White Rock (K-12) and Kewarra Beach (K-6), our Outdoor Education department has received numerous accolades, including the 2022 Outdoor Education Australia ‘Best Program Award’ and the 2022 Australian Education Awards Excellence Award for ‘Best Co-Curricular Program’.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and inspire groups in a variety of outdoor activities, including remote hiking, off-track navigation, canoeing, kayaking, abseiling, climbing, ropes courses, and mountain biking.
• Create unforgettable experiences for students, fostering a love for the outdoors and personal growth.

Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, providing expert guidance and supervision.

Is TAS for me?

You’re passionate about providing the tools for students to succeed and reach their academic potential. You’re excited about working in an environment that nurtures the individual strengths of students and fosters curiosity to create outstanding young global citizens. As a professional educator, you thrive when provided with the flexibility to individualise learning for each student.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the premier teaching teams in Queensland. Founded in 1983, Trinity Anglican School (TAS), located in Cairns, inspires young men and women to be the best they can be. With a focus on Christian values and educational excellence, we develop individuals who contribute to the global community.

Check out our webpage at www.tas.qld.edu.au for more information about the leading independent school in Far North Queensland.

Why Cairns?

Cairns is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream come true. Nestled between the Great Barrier Reef and the lush Wet Tropics rainforest, and extending into the savannah country, it offers unparalleled opportunities for adventure and exploration. The tropical climate ensures relative warm weather year-round, perfect for outdoor activities. Cairns also boasts modern amenities and a laid-back lifestyle, making it an ideal place to achieve the perfect work-life balance.

Qualifications, experience and licenses

• Current Registration or able to be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers
• Knowledge of, and ability to use a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, and TASS
• Current Queensland driver’s licence
• Current Queensland LR driver licence or higher
• Current Wilderness First Aid qualification or willingness to obtain
• Current Swift Water rescue certificate or equivalent
• Current Vertical rescue certificate or equivalent
• Experience in remote hiking and bushwalking, canoeing and kayaking on flat water and grade I and II moving water, abseiling, climbing natural and manmade surfaces and structures, caving, mountain biking, navigation, high and low ropes, camp site management including catering and hygiene, staff and student management and facilitation, driving 4wd vehicles and LR/MR buses, record keeping for results/assessment, petty cash reconciliation, logistical organisation and extended expedition skills in group/staff management.

Is this you?

At TAS, we’re looking for someone who is keen to take that next step in their teaching career at an independent school which prides itself on being both innovators and early adopters.

TAS has a goal to inspire its staff and students to be the best they can be. As a new member of the TAS teaching team, you will receive the support you need and the challenges you crave to provide the top quality education for which TAS holds a strong reputation.

What we Offer:

• Attractive salary package
• Superannuation contributions of 12.75%
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Salary packaging options to maximise your earnings
• Professional development opportunities and support for Early Career Teachers
• Eligibility for long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Staff discounts on school and kindergarten fees
• ASCA retail discounts
• Car hire discounts
• Use of the onsite pool and gym facilities

Suitability to work with children, students, and young people

TAS provides a safe and supportive learning environment and we achieve this through recruiting professional staff based on merit and suitability to work with children, students and young people.

To ensure your suitability to work with TAS, the following checks will be undertaken in the recruitment process:

• National Register Screen (Anglican School’s Commission)
• Reference Checks
• Child Protection Certificate

How do I apply?

Please provide the following information to be assessed for this position:

1. Your current résumé (including your employment history with functions or roles performed, dates of employment, major achievements or awards, and qualifications).
2. A statement of suitability telling us how you meet the primary responsibilities of this position.

All documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

We will process applications as they come through, so please apply today!

Contact Us: For more information, visit our website, or email us at outdooreducation@tas.qld.edu.au.

Volunteers Needed: Help Inspire the Next Generation of Junior Rangers!

(Inserted 19/02/2025)

The National Parks Association of Queensland (NPAQ) is calling for enthusiastic volunteers to become Activity Leaders for the 2025 Junior Rangers program during the school holidays in Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

If you’re a parent, student, or educator with a passion for nature and enjoy working with kids, this is a great opportunity to inspire young minds while exploring the outdoors.

Requirements:
✔️ A valid Blue Card
✔️ Reside in Brisbane or the Gold Coast
✔️ Enthusiasm for environmental education

Join the team and help create unforgettable outdoor experiences for the next generation!

📩 Express your interest via email at admin@npaq.org.au or visit the NPAQ website: Express Interest in Being a Volunteer Ranger.