Senior Outdoor Programs Coordinator

Camp Somerset; Somerset Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior role

Professional development

Work in outdoor environment

Job summary

Camp Somerset in Somerset Dam, QLD seeks an experienced Program Coordinator - Outdoor Programs to lead planning, coordination and delivery of outdoor education and recreation programs.

You will work with the Senior Program Coordinator, supervise instructors, manage staff development, client engagement and program development. This full-time 12-month fixed-term contract offers opportunities across centre-based and expedition programs, with potential for ongoing employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' demonstrated outdoor education experience across centre-based and expedition programs.
• Experience leading outdoor recreation activities.
• Experience working with school groups.
• Strong organisational, communication and administration skills.
• Units of Competency in High Ropes, Bush Walking, Flat Water Canoeing.
• Current Blue Card, First Aid, CPR and Driver Licence.
• Wilderness First Aid.
• Units of Competency in Mountain Biking, Abseiling, Archery.
• Experience with equipment management, budgets and quotations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activity schedules and instructor allocations.
• Deliver and lead centre-based and expedition programs.
• Supervise, mentor and support Outdoor Instructors and casual staff.
• Develop and improve outdoor education programs.
• Liaise with schools, churches and community groups.
• Assist with program planning, quotations and client recommendations.
• Manage activity equipment, resources and maintenance systems.
• Maintain program documentation, risk assessments and SOPs.
• Assist with staff induction, development and competency.
• Support safety, compliance and emergency response planning.
• Assist with Camp Coordination and weekend duties as required.

Skills

Outdoor education

Program coordination

Staff leadership

School group experience

High Ropes

Bush Walking

Flat Water Canoeing

Wilderness First Aid

Budgeting & quotations

Job description

Camp Somerset in Somerset Dam, QLD seeks an experienced Program Coordinator - Outdoor Programs to lead planning, coordination and delivery of outdoor education and recreation programs.

You will work with the Senior Program Coordinator, supervise instructors, manage staff development, client engagement and program development. This full-time 12-month fixed-term contract offers opportunities across centre-based and expedition programs, with potential for ongoing employment.