Tour Leader (CEO) - Australia

Talantir; Australia; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Global travel opportunities

Comprehensive training

Supportive team culture

Job summary

G Adventures is seeking an Australia-based Chief Experience Officer (Driver/Guide) to lead and drive itineraries across Australia. This role requires safe, long-distance driving, strong leadership, and a passion for responsible travel.

You will manage diverse groups, ensure safety, and deliver exceptional guest experiences across iconic routes. As a CEO on tour, you’ll mentor teams, handle on-the-road challenges, and represent the company’s commitment to sustainable tourism.

Qualifications

• Must be a safe driver capable of long-distance travel.
• Valid Light Rigid license (Medium rigid preferred).
• Driver authorization required.
• First Aid Certificate, remote site experience preferred.
• UKTNP accreditation preferred.
• Must be a proven leader able to manage group dynamics.
• Ability to communicate effectively across cultures.
• Calm under pressure and able to solve problems.
• Customer service oriented with a passenger-first mindset.
• Committed to sustainable and community tourism.
• Passion for Australia.
• All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Guide and drive Australian itineraries for groups.
• Ensure safety and comfort of guests during tours.
• Manage group dynamics and budget constraints on trips.
• Represent G Adventures professionally and maintain high service standards.
• Facilitate immersive, authentic travel experiences for guests.

Skills

Safe driving

Light Rigid license

Driver authorization

First Aid

UKTNP

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Team player

Sustainable tourism

Australian eligibility

Job description

About Us

G Adventures is the world’s largest small-group adventure travel company and we’ve been making epic travel memories happen on all seven continents for over 30 years.

Our mission is simple: to change lives through travel. And not just our travellers’ either. Since day one, our tours have been built to establish meaningful relationships with local communities, directly benefiting the people and places we visit at every step of our tours.

With the demand for travel coming back strong, we are set up and excited for this next chapter in our company’s story — and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

Our DNA revolves around building, nurturing, and developing a diverse culture of people and a true sense of belonging, where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work each and every day. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, and yourself, alongside a passionate, talented, and welcoming community that works hard to spread goodness around the world.

If all that sounds like your kind of thing, well, we can’t wait for you to join us.

G Adventures is the world’s largest small-group adventure travel company and we’ve been making epic travel memories happen on all seven continents for over 30 years.

Our mission is simple: to change lives through travel. And not just our travellers’ either. Since day one, our tours have been built to establish meaningful relationships with local communities, directly benefiting the people and places we visit at every step of our tours.

With the demand for travel coming back strong, we are set up and excited for this next chapter in our company’s story — and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

Our DNA revolves around building, nurturing, and developing a diverse culture of people and a true sense of belonging, where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work each and every day. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, and yourself, alongside a passionate, talented, and welcoming community that works hard to spread goodness around the world.

If all that sounds like your kind of thing, well, we can’t wait for you to join us.

Are you passionate about travel, your country, and making an IMPACT on the planet?

Become an Australia CEO - Chief Experience Officer (Driver/Guide) for G Adventures and join our team of fun, driven, leaders on a rewarding career path.

At G Adventures, changing people’s lives isn’t just a mantra, it’s the very core of our company culture, the essence of who we are, and the driving force behind everything we do. The way we see it, change is the key to innovation, and people are the key to change. Our goal is to ensure an authentic and unforgettable life-changing experience for everyone. After all, if you’re not changing, you’re not growing. And isn’t that what life is all about?

We are hiring and training CEO's to guide & drive our Australian itineraries. This opportunity requires hard work and commitment, but has great rewards. Your passengers' lives will be changed, and you will grow as a person and a leader. Discover every nook and cranny of the country, and enjoy a lifestyle of travel, challenges, fun, and career growth potential on a global scale. As a member of G Adventures, the most innovative adventure travel company in the world, you will be part of something bigger than yourself, and make a tangible impact on people and the planet.

YOU:

• Are a safe driver, capable of driving long distances, taking responsibility for your group's safe travel, including checking tires, and fluids.
• Are required to have a valid Light Rigid license (Medium rigid preferable)
• Are required to have a drivers authorisation
• First Aid Certificate (Provide first aid in remote or isolated site preferable)
• UKTNP accreditation (preferable)
• Are responsible, driven, team player, who loves travel and interacting with people from around the globe.
• Are a proven leader who is comfortable managing group dynamics, different personalities, and cultures.
• Have the ability to communicate effectively in a wide range of contexts.
• Are cool, calm & collected under pressure. Can professionally and proactively solve problems like handling injuries, managing a budget, and anything else that is thrown at you.
• Are customer service oriented, putting your passengers first, and always with a smile :)
• Have awareness of and commitment to Sustainable/Community Tourism: Our CEOs need to be committed to environmentally and culturally responsible tourism, and be an inspiring example to the travellers.
• Have an infectious love of Australia.
• Love working in a team and have a willingness to share in G’s amazing culture!
• All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

REWARDS:

• Being a CEOs is a big gig, but the rewards are as numerous as the challenges:
• G Adventures is the number one small group adventure travel company in the world.
• Comprehensive training including driving training, trip planning & execution, group dynamic management, crisis and conflict management, public speaking, budgeting and more.
• An incredible work environment with fantastic support, resources and culture.
• Join a global community of like-minded, passionate people who are all in love with what they do.
• Make an impact: G Adventures focuses on sustainable and responsible travel. Everything we do globally reflects our core values, and through tourism we make a difference.
• Competitive pay.
• Career growth opportunities.

We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations. If you require accommodation, please reach out to the Global Talent team at [e-mail].

G Adventures is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. We consider all qualified applicants. If selected, G Adventures offers support via a variety of Team Resource Groups.