Grounds & Handypersons | Outback Spirit Tours

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

ABOUT US

Outback Spirit Tours offers extraordinary adventure tours and luxury short stays that capture the very essence of Australia. From the rugged red cliffs of the Kimberley to the unspoiled beauty of Tasmania, we bring our guests face-to-face with the country’s most iconic landscapes and stories.

Operating eight remote camps and lodges in some of Australia’s most breathtaking and hard-to-reach locations, our passionate team of guides, drivers, camp/lodge hosts, chefs, and operations staff are dedicated to creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences for our guests.

Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.

Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Tourism Australia.

ABOUT YOU

Do you love working outdoors, solving problems with your hands, and being part of a team? Outback Spirit Tours is seeking Groundskeepers and Handypersons to join our remote Camps & Lodges across Western Australia, Queensland, and the Northern Territory.

If the idea of waking up in the Kimberley, tending to lush tropical gardens in Far North Queensland, or maintaining facilities surrounded by the untouched wilderness of Arnhem Land excites you - imagine being paid to live there, with meals and accommodation included. Our Camps & Lodges operate in small teams, and each role contributes directly to the guest experience.

ABOUT THE POSITIONS

Groundskeeper:

Our Groundskeepers help create the first impression our guests have of our accommodation. You’ll take pride in beautifully maintained landscapes, tidy outdoor spaces, and gardens that feel alive and cared for.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain gardens, lawns, pathways, and landscaped areas
• Carry out mowing, slashing, trimming, and general grounds care
• Manage weed control and support small nurseries or herb gardens
• Complete daily outdoor inspections and keep public areas clear and clean
• Assist with pool cleaning where applicable
• Help with minor lodge upkeep and basic repairs
• Maintain tools and equipment to a high standard
• Follow safety procedures and keep accurate task records

What will make you stand out:

• Experience in gardening, landscaping, or grounds maintenance
• Confidence operating equipment such as mowers and whipper snippers
• Forklift licence (essential)
• Chainsaw licence
• A love for nature and working outdoors
• A proactive, positive, can-do attitude

Handyperson:

Our Handypersons are the steady hands behind the scenes, ensuring our lodges run safely, reliably, and efficiently, even in some of the most remote places in Australia.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintain and repair buildings, fixtures, equipment, and guest facilities
• Complete preventative maintenance and respond quickly to repair needs
• Assist with fleet servicing and basic mechanical repairs (location dependent)
• Troubleshoot technical issues and diagnose maintenance problems
• Ensure all work meets safety standards
• Maintain accurate schedules, logs, and record keeping

What will make you stand out:

• Trade, mechanical, maintenance, or general repair experience
• Basic understanding of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Ability to read manuals and technical drawings
• Heavy Rigid and/or forklift licence (highly regarded)
• Strong problem-solving skills and an eye for detail

Both positions are ideal for adaptable, hands-on individuals who thrive in remote environments and enjoy varied, meaningful work. Some roles may begin in February, with the majority commencing in April. Most lodges close in September, with select sites remaining open until November.

REMOTE LIVING

Our lodges are located in some of Australia’s most remote and remarkable regions. Many cannot be accessed by road - staff are flown in from Darwin or Cairns via our private aviation network.

You’ll live and work onsite for the entire season, typically 5–10 months, without regular access to nearby towns. This lifestyle offers an incredible opportunity to disconnect from the everyday, immerse yourself in nature, and form lifelong friendships with your team.

Remote living can be challenging but for many, it becomes one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An incredible opportunity to work in a dynamic, growing tourism business
• All meals and accommodation provided
• Journey Beyond travel discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Private health insurance discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise

Outback Spirit Tours is committed to maintaining a safe workplace. Drug and alcohol testing applies, and some prescription medications may produce a non-negative result. A National Criminal History Check is required as part of the recruitment process.