Launceston Tour Guide

Tour Guide – Active Day Tours from Launceston

Tours Tasmania is seeking Tour Guide/s to lead our active day tours based from Launceston.

We're looking for reliable team member/s who are interested in ongoing, year-round, casual work, with the flexibility to work 1-3 days per week. The exact number of days can be negotiated, but please note that our tours run Monday to Friday only.

Our Tour Guides are enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and passionate about Tasmania’s National Parks, wild places, and diverse local produce and attractions. The ideal candidate will be confident in leading fun, active itineraries for a wide range of guests. Leadership skills, outdoor experience, and a love for Tasmania's natural environment are essential.

Our days tours operate:

• Cradle Mountain National Park
• Freycinet National Park

Essential Requirements for our Tour Guides:

• Light Rigid Driving License
• Current First Aid Qualifications
• Public Passenger Ancillary Certificate
• Working with Vulnerable People
• Confident, experienced, and competent driver of tour vehicles with trailers
• Physically fit, outgoing, and professional with excellent people skills
• A solid knowledge of Tasmania’s National Parks and day walking trails

Key Responsibilities:
As a Tour Guide, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and informative interpretation during guided walks. You will provide commentary on the unique history, flora, fauna, and geological features of the areas we visit, ensuring that guests have a rich and educational experience. An in-depth understanding of Tasmania’s natural and cultural heritage is essential, including knowledge of local plants, animals, and the fascinating stories that make our wilderness and local communities so special.

Applicants must have experience driving tour vehicles or similar (Toyota Commuter, Toyota Coaster), and handling luggage trailers. We can’t consider your application without the necessary LR Vehicle License or PPV endorsement on your license. As our Launceston base is run remotely from our HQ in Hobart, great communication skills and computer literacy are also essential.

To Apply:
If you’re a physically fit, outdoor enthusiast looking for a rewarding and steady role, please contact Jen Winn directly via email at [email protected]. Tell us a little about yourself, your skills, and your experience. Visit us here: www.tourstas.com.au

We look forward to hearing from you!