Casual Tour Guide

5 days ago

Brisbane, Australia Stradbroke Island Tours Full time

**About the Role**:
Stradbroke Island Tours is seeking a passionate and reliable **casual tour guide** to lead full-day eco tours to North Stradbroke Island. You’ll guide small groups through stunning coastal landscapes, share knowledge about local wildlife and Indigenous culture, and ensure every guest has a safe, enjoyable and memorable day.

This is a great opportunity for someone who loves the outdoors, connecting with people, and inspiring others to explore and respect the natural environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Drive and guide small-group day tours from Brisbane to North Stradbroke Island
- Lead walks, spot wildlife (kangaroos, koalas, dolphins, turtles, whales in season)
- Share engaging commentary about nature, culture, and sustainability
- Assist with ferry logistics, lunch coordination, guest safety, and satisfaction
- Post 2-3 highlights to social media stories during the day
- Encourage guests to leave reviews
- Complete end-of-day vehicle and paperwork tasks

**Requirements**:

- Full QLD Driver’s Licence (clean record)
- Driver Authorisation (DA) or willingness to obtain
- First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete)
- Must have Australian working rights
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Friendly, flexible, and confident leading groups
- Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet
- Mandarin language highly regarded (but not required)

**Additional Benefits**:

- Work on one of Queensland’s most beautiful islands
- Be part of a small, fun, and eco-focused team
- Learn about guiding, storytelling, and conservation in action
- Flexible schedule that fits around other jobs or study
- Shadowing and familiarisation (fam) day opportunities available for new guides to observe and learn before stepping into the role

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 11.25 - 22.5 per week

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift

Application Question(s):

- Do you speak any languages in addition to English?

**Experience**:

- Tour Guide: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- DA - Driver Autorisation (required)
- First Aid Certification (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 01/06/2025

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