Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE GUIDES direct, instruct and guide individuals and groups in outdoor adventure activities such as bungy jumping, fishing and hunting, mountaineering, trekking and whitewater rafting.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:
NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

The occupations Bungy Jump Master and Mountain Glacier Guide in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In New Zealand:
NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

meeting members of a tour on arrival and making introductions;
organising and supervising groups involved in outdoor adventures such as bungy jumping, fishing and hunting, mountaineering, trekking and whitewater rafting;
setting up and maintaining equipment, and ensuring that equipment is safe and in working condition;
demonstrating and providing instruction in the use of equipment and techniques required for participation;
providing advice on safety measures, and ensuring that activities are conducted in a manner to minimise risk to participants;
responding to emergencies by providing first aid assistance and taking appropriate further action if required;
answering questions and advising on local interest points within a specific region;
may maintain written reports of daily activities and carry out other administrative work.

Occupations:

452211 Bungy Jump Master
452212 Fishing Guide
452213 Hunting Guide
452214 Mountain or Glacier Guide
452215 Outdoor Adventure Instructor
452216 Trekking Guide
452217 Whitewater Rafting Guide
452299 Outdoor Adventure Guides nec