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#1 VACANT POSITION: CASUAL STARGAZING COHOST

 

Ever dreamed of magnificent Blue Mountains’ sunsets and drifting through a Milky Way backdrop as your office?

As a Stargazing Cohost in a growing astrotourism business, you will inspire guests and co-host out-of-this-world stargazing tours at Wentworth Falls, in the Blue Mountains. You will be joining a team of passionate astronomers and cohosts.

WHO WE ARE

Blue Mountains Stargazing is on a mission to create WOW moments in nature. We inspire guests to look inward by looking up, taking them on a journey of discovering the sky through ancient and modern stories.

As a business born in the midst of winter 2020, we grew rapidly by attracting thousands of sky-curious visitors. We are now a well-recognised tourism brand, having been featured in Sydney Morning Herald, Traveller, Time Out and ABC. We have over 900, 5-star reviews on Airbnb Experiences, Trip Advisor and Google Reviews ― and we're just getting started. We won the Bronze Award for Best Tour Operator at the NSW Tourism Awards 2022 and 2023.

We blend breathtaking Night Sky tours with outstanding dining experiences by bringing our astrotours into uncharted territories. Our bespoke events include collaborations with local businesses such as our popular Wine Tasting Stargazing with Dryridge Estate, Stargazing Dinner Under the Dome with The Bunker Leura and more ― the sky’s the limit.

  • Tour Setup: Collaborate with the Stargazing Guide to prepare for the tour. This includes lifting or moving equipment.

  • Welcome Guests: Greet guests of all ages with a friendly and warm welcome, deliver a brief welcome introduction, and serve hot chocolates.

  • Operate the telescope, ensuring guests enjoy an outstanding and memorable viewing experience.

  • Wrap Up and Return to HQ: Pack up all equipment after the tour and safely transport it back to HQ (6-minute drive).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Hospitality expertise

  • Strong people skills and interpersonal skills

  • Public Speaking Confidence to do a short introduction

  • Organisational Skills

  • Team Collaboration

  • Current Driver’s License and own a car: Ability to travel to and from HQ. Use the company vehicle during the shifts.

  • Quick Start Availability: Ready to join the team and begin training immediately.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

A Fun and Supportive Environment

  • Astronomy Knowledge: Learn about the stars, constellations, and captivating stories of the night sky directly from an expert Stargazing Guide.

  • Exclusive Perks: Enjoy free stargazing tours for your immediate family and discounted rates for friends and extended family members.

  • Career Growth Opportunities: Shine brightly in your role and explore long-term career development.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Blue Mountains Stargazing is committed to creating an inclusive space that reflects the diverse communities we welcome to our tours, connecting guests from across Australia and beyond. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, sex, sexuality and gender diverse (LGBTQIA+) community members are encouraged to apply.

WE VALUE

  • Excellence in knowledge and service

  • Leading with heart: with respect and kindness

  • Playfulness: bring your fun and quirkiness

  • Passion and curiosity: in everything we do ― running our stargazing tours and collaboration 

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

For more details, contact Caroline Boulom: hello@bluemountainsstargazing.com.au

To apply, email your cover letter and CV to: hello@bluemountainsstargazing.com.au

#2 VACANT POSITION: CASUAL STARGAZING TOUR GUIDE

 

Ever dreamed of magnificent Blue Mountains’ sunsets and drifting through a Milky Way backdrop as your office?

As a Stargazing Tour Guide in a growing astrotourism business, you will inspire guests and guide out-of-this-world stargazing tours at Wentworth Falls, in the Blue Mountains. You will be joining a team of passionate astronomers and cohosts.

WHO WE ARE

Blue Mountains Stargazing is on a mission to create WOW moments in nature. We inspire guests to look inward by looking up, taking them on a journey of discovering the sky through ancient and modern stories.

As a business born in the midst of winter 2020, we grew rapidly by attracting thousands of sky-curious visitors. We are now a well-recognised tourism brand, having been featured in Sydney Morning Herald, Traveller, Time Out and ABC. We have over 900, 5-star reviews on Airbnb Experiences, Trip Advisor and Google Reviews ― and we're just getting started. We won the Bronze Award for Best Tour Operator at the NSW Tourism Awards 2022 and 2023.

We blend breathtaking Night Sky tours with outstanding dining experiences by bringing our astrotours into uncharted territories. Our bespoke events include collaborations with local businesses such as our popular Wine Tasting Stargazing with Dryridge Estate, Stargazing Dinner Under the Dome with The Bunker Leura and more ― the sky’s the limit.

THE ROLE 

  • Deliver captivating and inspiring 90-min Stargazing, Planetarium tours (indoor tours) and Online tours to guests of all ages

  • Keep an audience of 20 guests entertained and engaged throughout the tour (private tours, public tours, corporate groups and school groups)

  • Answer guests’ questions

  • Set up the tour and telescopes, planetarium, projector. This involves being able to stand for extended periods of time, sometimes in cold weather, and to lift and move telescopes and equipment (up to 20 kgs)

  • Encourage tour feedback and reviews

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Excellent knowledge of astronomy and current space news (minimum two-year experience as an Astronomy Tour Guide or University degree in Astronomy or related field)

  • Exceptional people skills and interpersonal skills

  • Confident public speaker

  • Demonstrated ability to communicate scientific information to people of all ages and levels

  • Demonstrated teaching and/or guiding experience in astronomy is preferred

  • Proficiency in using the most recent computerised telescopes is a plus

  • Available in the evening on weekends

  • Current Car Driver’s license

  • Own car (company vehicle used by co-hosts to trasnport all the gear)

  • Valid working visa in Australia

  • Valid Working With Children Check to be acquired before start

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • Competitive remuneration

  • Attractive bonus incentive for 5 stars reviews

  • Friendly and supportive company culture

  • Unique training with our astrophysicist Dimitri Douchin, PhD

  • Perks: Free Stargazing tours tickets for family and staff rates for friends

  • Occasional shift opportunities to deliver stargazing tours in Jervis Bay on the beach with the sounds of waves (accomodation provided) with our sister company Jervis Bay Stargazing

  • Long-term career opportunities for the right person to shine brightly within the company

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Blue Mountains Stargazing is committed to creating an inclusive space that reflects the diverse communities we welcome to our tours, connecting guests from across Australia and beyond. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, sex, sexuality and gender diverse (LGBTQIA+) community members are encouraged to apply.

WE VALUE

  • Excellence in knowledge and service

  • Leading with heart: with respect and kindness

  • Playfulness: bring your fun and quirkiness

  • Passion and curiosity: in everything we do ― running our stargazing tours and collaboration  

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

For more details, contact Caroline Boulom: dimitri@bluemountainsstargazing.com.au

To apply, email your cover letter and CV to: dimitri@bluemountainsstargazing.com.au

#3 VACANT POSITION: STARGAZING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP (3-6 MONTHS)

 

Are you passionate about the stars, tourism, business or education? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, versatile role within a thriving stargazing business? Blue Mountains Stargazing is looking for an enthusiastic intern to join our team for 3 to 6 months.

WHO WE ARE

Blue Mountains Stargazing is on a mission to create WOW moments in nature. We inspire guests to look inward by looking up, taking them on a journey of discovering the sky through ancient and modern stories.

As a business born in the midst of winter 2020, we grew rapidly by attracting thousands of sky-curious visitors. We are now a well-recognised tourism brand, having been featured in Sydney Morning Herald, Traveller, Time Out and ABC. We have over 900 5-star reviews on Airbnb Experiences, Trip Advisor and Google Reviews ― and we're just getting started. We won the Bronze Award for Best Tour Operator at the NSW Tourism Awards 2022 and 2023.

We blend breathtaking Night Sky tours with outstanding dining experiences by bringing our astrotours into uncharted territories. Our bespoke events include collaborations with local businesses such as our popular Wine Tasting Stargazing with Dryridge Estate, Stargazing Dinner Under the Dome with The Bunker Leura and more ― the sky’s the limit.

The founders are French-Australian couple Dimitri Douchin and Caroline Boulom. Dimitri is a rising astronomer with a passion for communication, humanity and culture. He has been featured on Channel 9, the ABC and has given a TEDx talk in Katoomba about Cultural Astronomy. Caroline has a Master’s degree in Marketing from ISC Paris business school and worked for Yahoo in Paris and Nine Entertainment in Sydney before launching her own heartfelt business venture.

THE ROLE 

We are seeking an intern available about 8 hours per week across 1 or 2 days. The position is not remunerated. Work can be done from anywhere with online access.

This position is perfect for someone who wants a taste of different projects of business development every week, or a candidate interested in launching their own business. You’ll be involved in a variety of tasks, including:

  • Graphic Design: Creating visuals for our marketing materials and social media

  • School Programs Deployment: Assisting in the development and deployment of our astronomy education stream in partnership with schools and CSIRO.

  • Stargazing Events: Organising unique, out of this world stargazing experiences with new and existing partners

  • Business Operations: Getting a taste of the behind-the-scenes work that keeps our business running smoothly.

  • Side Quests: taking astronomy as far as we can leads us to being proactive in fields such as the advocacy of Dark Sky Preservation or Indigenous Astronomy.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • A creative and proactive individual with curiosity for tourism, education, business, marketing or operations

  • Basic skills in office, graphic design and social media management

  • A willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

  • A friendly and collaborative attitude

  • Interest in astronomy is a plus but not required

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • A comfortable and stimulating working arrangement in a thriving business led by passionate founders

  • Free access to Stargazing Tours in Blue Mountains and Jervis Bay and reduced rates for friends & family. 

  • Personal development and career coaching and mentoring are available

WE VALUE

  • Excellence in knowledge and service

  • Leading with heart: with respect and kindness

  • Playfulness: bring your fun and quirkiness

  • Passion and curiosity: in everything we do ― running our stargazing tours and collaboration 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Blue Mountains Stargazing is committed to creating an inclusive space that reflects the diverse communities we welcome to our tours, connecting guests from across Australia and beyond. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally & linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, sex, sexuality and gender diverse (LGBTQIA+) community members are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

To apply, email your cover letter and a response to the questions below to Dimitri Douchin: dimitri@bluemountainsstargazing.com.au

QUESTIONS

Please feel free to reply plainly:

  1. What brings you to want to work for Blue Mountains Stargazing?

  2. Inside a business, what kind of projects do you like working on?

  3. How is working for this internship going to support your ideal career path?