Outdoor Leader – Wollangarra Outdoor Education Centre – Licola, Gippsland, Vic
vor 1 Tag
Join the Crew and Join the Adventure with Wollangarra Full-time, Fixed-term position from January 2025 – December 2025 Role Statement As a staff member at Wollangarra you're an essential part of a small community based around a truly unique outdoor and environmental education program and lifestyle.
The Wollangarra philosophy is about doing rather than talking and fixing rather than complaining, so your days will be filled with hard work and a strong sense of purpose.
You will introduce young people to the Victorian mountains through a program of practical conservation through outdoor education, which will help them to see environmental issues as exciting and demanding challenges to the way we live, rather than endlessly depressing and negative threats to our future.
The position requires that you reside on the Wollangarra property.
You will live and work with four to five other staff members, the two directors and their 3 kids (aged 11, 11 and 9).
Wollangarra becomes your workplace, home and family for the year.
This brings lots of laughter, fun and adventure.
The role is highly physical.
Your time at Wollangarra will offer a challenging, but immensely rewarding experience.
For the right person, this is an experience of a lifetime.
Who are we looking for? The successful applicant will be a motivated, hard-working person who is looking to make a positive contribution to an organisation that aims to inspire young people to grow, learn and ultimately make a positive contribution to their own communities and the environment.
Duties Lead Wollangarra's programs for young people aged 14-17 Carry out property tasks including gardening, wood chopping, animal care, maintenance, catering and cleaning Work independently and in a group to maintain your designated job areas on a daily basis Foster an awareness of self, community and sustainability in young people Encourage participation in conservation through outdoor education Ensure high standards of safety for young people and visitors Mandatory Requirements Current driver's licence Current Victorian Working with Children Check (can be obtained once accepted for the position) Current Victorian Police Check Certificate Desirable Qualifications and Skills Qualifications in outdoor education, the environmental sciences, education or other "hands on" trades or experience in farming/agriculture etc. Wilderness First Aid certificate Training in four-wheel drive or chainsaw Swimming Bronze Medallion Food Handling certificate Skills in a variety of property management tasks (gardening, catering, building, farming etc). Any musical skills are a bonus and welcomed Your Attributes Will Include … Love of the outdoors and simple living Flexible work approach – This is not a 9 to 5 job Good initiative – Recognising when a job needs to be done and doing it without being asked. Ability to follow instructions – Carrying out instructions as requested. Well organised – Managing tasks for young people under your charge. Excellent Communication Skills – Engaging with a small team effectively. Willing to have a crack at anything – Embracing new experiences. Ability to get along with different people – Engaging with a diverse community. Commitment to the education of young people – Passion for facilitating experiences. Energy and enthusiasm – Maintaining a positive attitude in challenging situations. Ability to laugh at yourself – Embracing learning experiences. Key Selection Criteria Personal outdoor experience – Comfortable in outdoor settings. Demonstrated experience in working with a group of peers – Collaborating with a team. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication – Effective communication abilities. Demonstrate evidence of a strong work ethic, personal organisation and initiative – Completing tasks independently. Demonstrate understanding of Wollangarra's programs and philosophy – Familiarity with our approach. Ability to live and work in a small, remote community – Adapting to a unique lifestyle. Proved practical skills in property management – Experience in relevant tasks. Driving History and Australian driver's licence – Safe driving capabilities. Other relevant information and remuneration A year at Wollangarra is considered a volunteer position with a small remuneration and number of formal and informal training is included.
The position includes accommodation, training, food, postage, phone calls, four weeks annual leave, most Saturdays off and one weekend off a month, a monthly honorarium allowance ($11,500 for the year paid in monthly installments), plus superannuation.
If you are wondering whether this role is the right fit for you, you are encouraged to call or email Wollangarra and speak with the acting directors.
Submission of Application Applications can be submitted by post or email to the directors.
Applications should include a cover letter outlining why you want to work at Wollangarra and what you have to offer, a resume with three referees, and a statement addressing the above Key Selection Criteria.
Applications close: Wednesday, 1 January 2025.
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