YouthAdvance - Outdoor Education Guide

4 days ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Adventurepro Full time

Are you passionate about the outdoors and inspiring the next generation of leaders?

YouthAdvance Australia is looking for mature, enthusiastic and skilled Outdoor Leadership Guides to join our team, based in Brookvale, NSW.

We are hiring for both Full Time (38 hours/week) and Part Time (38 hours hours/fortnight) roles, starting in early 2026.

At YouthAdvance, we deliver off track outdoor education experiences as part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, empowering young Australians to step outside their comfort zones and become #WorldReady.

Our programs take participants across diverse landscapes – from the beaches of Sydney, the Blue Mountains, North and South Coast, right down to the Snowy’s.

This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to:

- Lead life-changing Adventurous Journeys in the field.

- Help develop and deliver programs that challenge and inspire.

- Contribute to training and assessment through nationally recognised courses (with Certificate IV in Training and Assessment available as part of the contract for full-time employees).

What You’ll Do:

- Lead and deliver outdoor programs aligned with the Duke of Ed framework.

- Support program planning, preparation, and logistics.

- Ensure safety and compliance through effective risk management.

- Engage with parents, teachers, and students to create a positive experience.

- Assist in developing new programs and delivering pre-journey training.

- Care for and maintain equipment and vehicles.

- Inspire young people through leadership, guidance, and example.

What We’re Looking For:

- Qualifications in Outdoor Leadership/Education (or currently completing).

- Experience leading groups of young people.

- Strong skills in navigation, bushwalking, and remote camping.

- Bonus skills: kayaking/canoeing, 4x4 driving in remote environments.

- First Aid Certificate (Remote/Wilderness preferred).

- Great communication and leadership skills.

- Driver’s Licence and Working With Children Check compulsory.

The Offer:

- Start Early 2026

- Full Time: 38 hrs/week | Part Time: 38 hrs/fortnight

- Pay: $30 - $36/hour (depending on skills and experience)

- Any additional hours worked on a longer trip are taken as time in liew the week before or after

- Flexible roster to suit the right candidate

If you’re ready to combine your love for the outdoors with the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025

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