Outdoor Adventure Guide

Outdoor Adventure Guide

• Permanent Role
• $65-75K PA
• Cairns QLD

POSITION

We have a full-time position available for an Outdoor Adventure Guide in Cairns, QLD 4870.

SKILLS

The role requires you to hold at least a relevant AQF Cert III and at least 1 year of relevant work experience OR at least three years of relevant employment experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Outdoor Adventure Guide, you will be responsible for providing engaging and exciting tours on the Great Barrier Reef above water. Your role will include greeting guests on arrival, introducing the crew, and fostering a friendly, professional atmosphere while leading and supervising guided snorkelling groups. You will prepare, fit, and maintain snorkelling equipment, ensuring all gear is safe and functional, while delivering clear instruction to build participant confidence in the water. The position also involves conducting thorough safety and environmental briefings, monitoring conditions, and remaining vigilant to minimise risks, including responding to emergencies and administering first aid if required. Additionally, you will enhance the guest experience by sharing knowledge of the reef and its marine life, answering questions, and completing daily logs, incident reports, and other administrative tasks in line with workplace health and safety policies.

DUTIES

• Welcome guests upon arrival to the tour, introduce yourself and crew, and create a friendly, professional atmosphere for the snorkelling experience.
• Organise and lead guided snorkelling groups, ensuring participants are briefed, grouped appropriately and supervised throughout the tour.
• Prepare, set up and maintain snorkelling equipment, conducting safety checks to ensure all gear is clean, functional and suitable for use.
• Demonstrate correct snorkelling techniques and provide clear, practical instruction to help participants feel confident and capable in the water.
• Assist guests with fitting and using snorkeling equipment including masks, snorkels, fins and flotation devices
• Deliver thorough safety briefings, outline environmental considerations and monitor conditions to ensure all activities minimise risk to guests and marine life.
• Remain vigilant during tours, quickly identifying and responding to any issues or emergencies, including administering first aid and coordinating further assistance if needed.
• Share knowledge about the Great Barrier Reef, including marine life, conservation practices, and notable points of interest, while answering guest questions.
• Complete daily logs, incident reports, and other administrative tasks to support smooth tour operations and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and adhere to work Workplace Health and Safety policies

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with guests, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and sound judgement with proven problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions while working independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent time management, organisational, and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritise and work effectively under pressure.

SALARY

The salary offered will be $65,000 - $75,000 per annum negotiated based on your experience.

TO APPLY

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the ‘Apply’ button below.