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Form of work
SalaryTour Guide
- Casual
- Flexible working hours across weekdays and weekends
- Opportunities for professional and leadership growth and skills development in hotels and hospitality
About Q Station
Centered on the coastline of one of Australia’s favourite beaches, Q Station is located in the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, offers a range of incredible experiences from boutique accommodation, stunning wedding venues, modern conference facilities, our waterfront restaurant and Sydney’s best ghost and history tours.
People are at the core of everything we do, and our commitment is to ensure long-term success and development for every person who chooses to make Q Station the place they love to work. We are proud of the opportunities we provide to our team to grow their skills and careers in hotels and hospitality. Our team is ever evolving, and guest experience focused, always welcoming innovative ideas to enhance the journey of our guests at Q Station.
The Opportunity
Reporting to both the Tours Manager and the Tours Supervisors, you will be working with a team of enthusiastic guides to deliver History Tours and Ghost Tours to the public, Education programs for school groups from kindergarten age through to tertiary students, in an outdoor learning environment. The role of Tour Guide is central to the team’s success in delivering an exceptional visitor experience and sharing the history of the site.
What you can offer Q Station
- Be enthusiastic and possess the ability to inspire a love of history in others.
- Possess skills and strategies for engaging students in a non-formal. learning environment.
- Have the ability to be self-motivated, work independently and as a team player.
- Have a positive solution orientated attitude.
- Make every visitor feel welcome.
- Previous experience working with children or students (K - Tertiary), preferably in either education or other learning environment.
- A demonstrated passion for history and the ability to facilitate meaningful, engaging learning opportunities.
- Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with visitors and other Q Station teams.
- Be energetic and comfortable working in a physical outdoor role.
- Current Working With Children Check, or the ability to obtain one before employment.
- Maintain a current driver's license.
Advantageous
- First Aid certificate
- Teaching qualifications
- Working knowledge of the NSW curriculum
What's On Offer?
- A beautiful work environment on the edge of Sydney Harbour with private access to Quarantine Beach and Harbour views
- Discounts for accommodation, food & beverage, flights, car hire and more!
- Access to Accor Staff Benefits globally
- Working with a fun, vibrant and friendly team
- Ongoing career progression and development opportunities
- 50% off all food and beverage at Q Station
- Free onsite parking
How to Apply?
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity and you encompass the essential criteria of the role, then we want to hear from YOU!
Applicants are asked to include an up-to-date resume, which clearly details relevant skills, and experience. In addition, a covering letter is required, addressing suitability and the following two questions (max 1 page A4)
1. What are the key aspects of creating engaging learning experiences in a non-formal teaching environment?
2. Why should you be our new Tour Guide?
