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Looking for work in the industry?
Wanting to make a career in the outdoors?
You will find what you need here, with weekly listings of outdoor jobs available in Queensland displayed in the appropriate sections below.
You will also find web links to Australian and international outdoor job opportunities and useful information relevant to gaining work in the outdoor industry.
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Job opportunities in Park Management and Conservation. Job listings provided by COOEEads'.
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Job opportunities in Environmental Education, Interpretation and Extension. Job listings provided by COOEEads'.
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Job opportunities in Outdoor Recreation and Outdoor Education. Job listings provided by COOEEads'.
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| Employment Awards for the Outdoor Recreation Sector | |
There are four awards that are likely to cover employees in outdoor recreation.
1. Amusement, Events and Recreation
2. Miscellaneous
3. Hospitality
4. Fitness
READ MORE on the Outdoor Council of Australia website
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| Interested in being a Volunteer? | |
Check out the Volunteering page for a range of resources, advice and information.
Links include:
Volunteering Queensland
Recreation, Sport and Fitness Volunteer Portal
Department of Communities, Sport & Recreation
Australian Association of Volunteer Managers
The Russell Commission
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| YMCA of Brisbane | |
The YMCA of Brisbane has been serving the South East Queensland Community since 1864. The YMCA currently provides services in child care, fitness, community recreation and hospitality. In addition, the YMCA’s benevolent activities support marginalised youth, social housing, the homeless and school breakfast programs.
YMCA Camping is a long standing activity of the YMCA and is conducted at our Camp Warrawee, Camp Bundalong and Camp North Pine facilities on the Northside of Brisbane. We have bold plans for the growth and development of YMCA Camping.
We are seeking experienced and professional customer focussed individuals to take on the following roles. The ideal applicants will have a strong outdoor education background, be highly motivated, have high standards, and a passion for excellent customer service.
Camp Programs Coordinator
Outdoor Education Instructor
Camp Manager
So, if you think you have the drive and the experience to back yourself, then there’s every chance on of these roles has your name on it! Obtain a copy of the Position Description by clicking on the following link www.brisbaneymca.org.au. Submit your expression of interest and Resume telling us why you are the ideal person for this challenging and highly rewarding role.
Applications close on Friday 31st May 2013 and applicants must be approved to work in Australia and willing to apply for a Blue Card.
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| YMCA - Camp Programs Coordinator | |
Competitive Salary with Bonus Structure
Long Established Venue
Career Growth Opportunities
Be a key member of the Management Team
Make a Difference
We are seeking an experienced and professional customer focussed individual to take on the role of Camp Programs Coordinator. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of YMCA Programs including operational staff and equipment management. You will be supported by a high calibre management team and subject experts.
Reporting to the YMCA Camp Manager, you will have operational independence and be responsible for the physical and human resources of YMCA Camping programs. You will also be expected to achieve budgets, meet KPI’s and support the growth of the business.
Candidates will require the following key attributes:
A minimum of 4 years’ experience developing and providing outdoor education programs.
Tertiary Qualifications in Outdoor Education, Outdoor Recreation or Business Management preferred.
Minimum Certificate IV Outdoor Education as well as challenge ropes, archery and canoe operator’s certification.
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
Hands on and driven to see your team succeed.
For more information, the Job Description and application details, go to www.brisbaneymca.org.au
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| YMCA - Outdoor Education Instructor | |
Full Time Role
Competitive Salary
Long Established Venue
Career Growth Opportunities
Be a key member of the Management Team
Make a Difference
We are seeking an experienced and professional customer focussed individual to take on the role of Outdoor Education Instructor. You will be responsible for leading YMCA outdoor education programs. You will be supported by a high calibre management team.
Candidates will require the following key attributes:
A minimum of 2 years’ experience providing outdoor education programs.
Tertiary Qualifications in Outdoor Education, or Outdoor Recreation preferred.
Minimum Certificate IV Outdoor Education as well as challenge ropes, archery and canoe operator’s certification.
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
Hands on and driven to succeed.
For more information, the Job Description and application details, go to www.brisbaneymca.org.au
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| YMCA - Camp Manager | |
Competitive Salary with Bonus Structure
Long Established Venue
Career Growth Opportunities
Lead the Management Team
Autonomous Role
Make a Difference
We are seeking an entrepreneurial and professional customer focussed individual to take on the role of Camp Manager. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of YMCA Camping operations including operational staff, facilities management and marketing. You will be supported by a high calibre senior management team and subject experts.
Reporting to a senior YMCA Manager, you will have a high degree of operational independence and be responsible for the physical, human and financial resources of YMCA Camping programs. You will also be expected to achieve budgets, meet KPI’s and support the growth of the business.
Candidates will require the following key attributes:
A minimum of 6 years work experience with at least 3 years’ hands on experience in outdoor education facilities.
Tertiary Qualifications in Outdoor Education, Outdoor Recreation or Business Management preferred.
Minimum Certificate IV Outdoor Education as well as challenge ropes, archery and canoe operator’s certification.
Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
Hands on and driven to see your team succeed.
For more information, the Job Description and application details, go to www.brisbaneymca.org.au
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| Bushmob Program Manager | |
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This is a pivotal role requiring the exercise of a considerable degree of independence; is responsible for coordinating complex projects in conjunction with the Director and Operations Manager that impact on strategic priorities and operational outcomes of the organisation.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with policy development/analysis and review Bushmob documentation to ensure high quality sustainable service delivery. Assisting the Director and Operations manager with program contractual compliance and ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and HR management.
This role will work closely with the Director and Operations Manager to ensure that strategic relationships with key decision makers from relevant government and non-government organisations are built and maintained along with ensuring that major contracts and funding opportunities are negotiated at a senior level with relevant external stakeholders
Policy advice and development
Risk and compliance management matrix
Emerging issues
Funding applications
MOUs with other Service providers
Develop relationships with relevant research bodies
Prepare and present reports and briefings on Bushmob programs
Human resource and training
Qualifications and Selection Criteria
A tertiary qualification in research, social science, community development, psychology, project management Demonstrated ability to develop, plan, manage and lead projects in a complex service environment
Demonstrated ability and relevant experience in the application of data to support the development of policies, planning, experience with funding submissions and service delivery in an Alcohol and other drug Treatment setting. A demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal culture and the broad range of contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal people.
Driver’s license NT
Senior First Aid
NT Working with Children’s Clearance
Ochre Card
Salary: $88,000 + Provision for salary sacrifice
Contact: Will Macgregor. Mob; 0419 866 791
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| EMU GULLY - Outdoor Education Facilitator | |
EMU GULLY ADVENTURE EDUCATION GROUP, Inc
A full time position as a facilitator in a highly regarded and well-established Christian based outdoor education centre that caters for approx. 230 camps annually with up to 12,000 people (schoolchildren, Cadets, sporting teams, church groups and corporate groups)
Opportunity to be a part of an organisation that uses an ANZAC theme to reflect on our proud history, promote character development, and develop leadership and teambuilding skills to shape the future.
Emu Gully Adventure Education is based at Helidon near Toowoomba in Queensland. There are two campuses with the main campus at Helidon and a ‘wilderness’ Pindari campus near Ashford NSW. Helidon has two activity ‘streams’ with the standard ANZAC stream and a relatively new Adventure Camping stream.
We are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic facilitator to join our team for 2013. You will need a heart to serve Emu Gully, be committed to its vision to “inspire and empower people to live purpose filled lives in unity with others through the development of their character" and be aligned with its values – Character, Respect, Walk the Talk, Safety and a "Can Do" Attitude.
Selection Criteria:
Desirable: tertiary qualifications or experience in leisure management, outdoor education, education, human movement, childhood development, social work, youth work or psychology
Minimum qualifications or equivalent experience:
Certificate III or IV in Outdoor Recreation (covering navigation, low ropes course and artificial surface climbing), or a willingness to obtain this qualification.
Current Senior First Aid and
Bronze Medallion (or commitment to obtain).
Driver Licence (Manual) with MR desirable, Gun Licence and Boat Licence (or commitment to obtain).
Ability to obtain Commission for Children & Young People – Suitability ‘Blue Card’
If Interested:
Please send your CV with referees to Darren Copland by email to darren@emugully.com.au
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