Outdoor Jobs

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Are you wanting to make a career in the outdoors?

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Are you looking for a job in the outdoors? You will find what you need here, with listings of outdoor jobs and volunteering opportunities available in Queensland, links to Australian and international outdoor job opportunities and useful information relevant to gaining work in the outdoor industry.

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Jobs Available

Teacher (Outdoor Recreation Year 5-12)
Maroon Outdoor Education Centre
Maroon Dam via Boonah, QLD

Salary: $74,146 – $116,729 pa. + super
Full-time, Fixed-term position from 22 January 2025 to 12 December 2025 with the possibility of extension

(Inserted 12/12/2024)

MOEC

Maroon Outdoor Education Centre is seeking an Outdoor Education Teacher to teach Personal and Social Capabilities for Years 5 – 12. The successful candidate will have outdoor recreation skills and accreditation’s such as canoeing, rock climbing and bushwalking. There will be regular night work involved, and this time worked will be compensated through time off in lieu (TOIL).

Applicants for this position must possess:

  • Tertiary Qualifications in Outdoor Education are highly desirable along with VET competencies in some or all of the following: Canoeing, Rock Climbing, High Ropes, Bushwalking, Lightweight Camping.
  • A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications.
  • Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please click here.
  • Working rights in Australia, which means you have, or you are eligible to obtain a valid Australian Visa with work rights (if you’re not already an Australian Citizen or resident).

What is in it for you?

For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please click here.

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school’s website.

For further information about the position contact: Susan Bell (Principal), ph. (07) 5463 6333.

Applicants need to submit their resume to the Principal of Maroon OEC at principal@maroonoec.eq.edu.au

Closing date: when a suitable candidate is recruited

Program Leaders
Gold Coast Recreation Precinct

(Inserted 23/09/2024)


Job Title: Program Leader – Recreational Centre
Location: Palm Beach, QLD
Work Type: Casual

  • Excellent Pay Rate
  • Fantastic Working Environment
  • On the job training and development

Programmed is currently looking for a Program Leader to join their team and work at a large recreational client, that hosts various activities for schools and groups.

If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment, facilitating outdoor recreational activities with different visitors and groups and offering a high level of customer experience whilst ensuring safety – this role is for you!

Duties and responsibilities will include, however, are not limited to:

  • Safely facilitate high quality sport and recreation activities and programs for individuals and groups in line with venue procedures.
  • Perform logistical tasks associated with the delivery of outdoor recreation activities, including preparing and packing-down outdoor recreation activity equipment, delivery of equipment trailers to off-site locations, and maintaining equipment storage areas
  • Adhere to safety guidelines and procedures, and follow risk management practices associated with the role
  • Comply with workplace requirements, industry regulations and standards as well as the state-wide program framework
  • Ensure that accompanying teachers / group leaders have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities while conducting activities at the Venue
  • Undertake administrative and program related duties as required.

What we are looking for:

  • Certificate 3 or higher / equivalent in Outdoor Recreation / Outdoor Leadership with the below electives is highly beneficial
    • high ropes, abseiling, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, SUP, Archery, low ropes, surfing
  • Previous experience in a similar role (tourism, recreation and hospitality industries)
  • Positive Blue card – mandatory or willingness to obtain for starting
  • Current first aid and CPR certificates or willingness to obtain for starting
  • Current drivers licence
  • Availability for all operational hours (Monday – Sunday

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click APPLY and upload an updated resume. If you experience any difficulties uploading your resume, please call Programmed on 1300 776 472 and quote job reference number 210263628.

Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.

Applications close when positions filled.

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