Are you passionate about adventure? Join the Australian Walking Company and become part of an eco-tourism family that’s been hitting the trails for more than three decades.

The Tasmanian Walking Company (TWC) have been walking for over 30 years, offering amazing wilderness experiences to our guests in some of Tasmania's most special and remote wilderness locations. We work to deliver a truly immersive experience as we create connections between people and place in remote cultural landscapes through our boutique multi-day walking experiences.
Whilst our roots lie in Tassie, we operate on mainland Australia as The Australian Walking Company (AWC) and are excited to be experiencing a growth phase in the business as we introduce a number of new walks.

At AWC we pride ourselves on having a culture that promotes sustainability, equal opportunities, accountability and continuous improvement, respect, integrity, and genuine fun (it’s even one of our values!) so that we can be leaders in our industry and are welcoming to individuals from all walks of life.

About the Role

This is a full-time fixed term role from August to the end of the season (early June). This role is based in Johanna and reports to our Regional Experience Manager. As the Team Leader you are responsible for ensuring the smooth walk operations and thereby the ultimate guest experience throughout the walker season.

This will be through coordination of logistics and delivery of walk operations, the management of safe systems and procedures, food and guest service standards, Guide training & support and maintenance of the lodges and associated assets.

What you will bring

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about the area and its ecosystem, helping to share with the guests our world of spectacular coastal trails of the Great Ocean Walk and the Great Otway National Park.

We are looking for a passionate and collaborative Team Leader with strong leadership skills. You will be adaptive, flexible and possess the ability to problem solve in order to achieve operational success. In addition, you will have:

• Minimum of 2 years in a management or team leader role preferably in a tourism venture
• Experience in the eco-tourism industry – preferably in an operational role
• 2+ years hospitality experience and a passion for preparing and cooking delicious food
• Wilderness First Aid (SISSS00126)
• Provide CPR (HLTAID009)
• Responsible Service of Alcohol (SITHFAB021)
• Use Hygienic Practices for Food Safety (SITXFSA005)
• Participate in Safe Food Handling Practices (SITXFS006)

What we can offer you:

• Onsite accommodation at beautiful Johanna beach and use of company vehicle
• Opportunities for ongoing training, social and professional development events.
• Exclusive pro-deals program for access to discounted adventure gear.
• Opportunities to experience and guide across our other walks.
• Family & friend discounts across our walking products.

How to show your interest

Please provide your current resume and cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position with Australian Walking Company.

If you have an interest in the travel and hospitality industry, are passionate about the Australian Wilderness and are keen to harness your leadership capabilities to make an impact on our product and the guest experience, then Apply Now and join our team.

Australian Walking Company is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful workforce and we strongly encourage applications from people of all genders, cultures and walks of life.