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Resort Ranger Kingfisher Bay Resort, K'gari (Fraser Island)
The Opportunity
Kingfisher Bay Resort is currently seeking a Resort Ranger to join our team. If you are outgoing, enthusiastic and passionate about sharing your knowledge of the environment, then we would like to hear from you
About The Role
The Resort Ranger is responsible for providing engaging and insightful guest experiences through our diverse range of immersive nature-based programs and activities. Our ranger-guided activities facilitate the resort's weekly "What's on guide" and include Canoe Paddles, Presentations, Segway Tours, Bush Tucker tastings, a diverse range of guided walks, Junior Ranger programs, Archery & Personalised tours out on the island.
Environmental interpretation is a key aspect of this position, involving the communication of diverse topics related to the island's fauna, flora, ecology, history, and culture. As a Resort Ranger we aim to provide exceptional experiences for our guests, motivating and inspiring a greater understanding and appreciation of the natural and cultural values of K'gari.
Additionally, our resort rangers deliver outstanding customer service by anticipating guest needs and surpassing service expectations. They assist the front office team with bookings and inquiries, ensuring guests have the essential information to enhance their stay at the resort. This position is a permanent part time live-on position.
Benefits - Conditions Apply
* Affordable Island Living: Only $150.44 per week, includes accommodation, 3 daily staff meals, utilities and Wi-Fi.
* $1000 Annual SeaLink annual employee travel allowance
* Worldwide ALL Heartist Bienvenue benefits
* 25% off resort dining, retail and spa
* Free Island 4WD bus tours
* Free ferry transfers to and from the island
* Access to the Sandbar pool and staff gym
Key Role Requirements
* Interpretive walks and presentations to groups of 20-30 people
* Leading canoe paddles, Segway Tours and Archery, must have a good level of fitness
* Meet & Greet guests on arrival their arrival to Kingfisher Bay Resort
* Working with children in our Junior Rangers and School group programs
* Running school/conference group activities including raft building, scavenger hunts and hut building.
* Guest transfers and personalised tours via 4WD vehicle
* Ability to work during peak seasonal periods and on weekends
* Ability to work across a broad rostering system, over 10 day working fortnight
Skills, Qualification & Experience
To be successful in this role you will need to be comfortable with public speaking, a team player, well presented, enjoy working outdoors and adapting to variable weather conditions.
* Degree in Environmental Sciences, Animal Ecology, Marine Sciences, Outdoor Education or similar is required.
* First aid & CPR or ability to obtain within 1 month of commencement
* Queensland Paid Blue Card (working with children check clearance) or ability to obtain within 1 month of commencement
* A valid QLD Driver's License
* Industry Authority (Drivers Authorisation) highly regarded or ability to obtain within 3 months of commencement
* Right to live and work in Australia indefinitely
About Us
K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia's Eastern Queensland coast, is the world's largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.
SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.
With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.
SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.
How To Apply
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All final applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
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