Chief Outdoor Instructor

Permai Rainforest Resort; Kuching; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eco-resort in Kuching, Malaysia is seeking a qualified individual to lead programs and activities, focusing on team-building and recreational programmes. Candidates should have a strong background in outdoor recreation and demonstrate relevant certifications. The role offers a unique opportunity to work in a lush natural setting, with responsibilities including training instructors and managing recreational facilities.

Qualifications

• Solid track record of team-building and running recreational programs.
• Experience as an instructor for challenge courses.
• Experience in water-based activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement team-building and recreational programmes.
• Manage and maintain all recreational facilities and equipment.
• Train and manage junior instructors.

Skills

Team-building

Recreational program management

Communication

Leadership

Outdoor activities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Outdoor Recreation, Sports Science, Tourism Management or equivalent

Tools

Rope skills certification

Kayak and water rescue certification

First Aid/CPR & AED certification

Job description

We are looking for the right person to lead our Programs & Activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, and implementing team-building and recreational programmes.
• Managing and maintaining all recreational and team-building facilities and equipment.
• Training and managing junior instructors.

Qualifications

• A solid track record of team-building and running recreational programs.
• Demonstrated experience as an instructor for challenge courses.
• Demonstrated experience in water-based activities.
• Passionate about the outdoors and conservation.
• A high adherence to current safety protocols, equipment and techniques in these fields.

Preferred Requirements

• A Bachelors degree in Outdoor Recreation, Sports Science, Tourism Management or equivalent.
• Certification in rope skills (Tree climbing, Work at heights etc.).
• Kayak and water rescue certification.
• Current First Aid/CPR & AED certification.
• Great leadership and management skills.
• Excellent physical condition.
• An outgoing and motivating personality and strong communication skills.

About the Company

Permai Rainforest Resort is a relaxing Eco Resort which provides recreational outdoor activities for individual travelers, families and groups. At the same time, Permai also conduct teambuilding, training and conferences in an exquisite location set by the sea in a lush green forest.

There are 7 streams running through the resort with 2 beaches and a dipping pool filled by stream water from mountain. With the resort built entirely under and surrounded by leech free forest, it is always cool when walking around which is why in some rooms are only equipped with fans. Being built under a forest also means that wildlife is visible and so the animals such as Silver Langurs, Flying Lemurs and Otters are visible within the resort at different times.

Permai Rainforest Resort comprises 18 units of non air conditioned cabins,1 Unit of double storey cabin, 3 units of air-conditioned cabins, 10 units of air conditioned Tree Houses and Camp Site Area.

Other facilities include conference halls, namely, Sepang Room, Embang Room, Belian Room and Jungle Hall.

Mission: To be the best Eco Resort in Borneo.

Permai Rainforest Resort has two core business activities:

• An Activity Based Training Venue provider for Goverment, Corporate & Educational Organisations.
• An Eco-Resort providing a unique accommodation experience and a variety of nature-based recreational activities for the Nature Seeking Traveller.

Hotel & Accommodation Services 51-100 employees

Application Information

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?