Stargazing Tour Guide

About Us
Red Lantern Tours is an adventure tourism operator specialising in premium, small-group experiences across regional New South Wales and the ACT. While stargazing is at the core of what we do, our broader offering includes guided day tours, nature-based experiences, and curated outdoor adventures designed to showcase the best of each region.

Our sessions are designed to be immersive and atmospheric, blending astronomy with landscape, culture, and a strong sense of place.

The Role
We’re looking for a confident, engaging Stargazing Tour Guide to lead night sky experiences in and around the Canberra region. You’ll work as part of a two-guide team for each session, ensuring a smooth, engaging, and safe experience for all guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead guided stargazing tours as part of a two-guide team
• Interpret constellations, planets, and celestial events in an engaging way
• Set up and pack down equipment, including telescopes, lanterns, and seating
• Ensure guest safety and comfort in outdoor environments
• Create a consistent, high-quality experience aligned with Red Lantern Tours’ brand
• Adapt delivery based on weather, season, and audience type

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and storytelling ability
• A solid grounding in astronomy and a genuine, keen interest in the night sky (formal qualifications are not required)
• Confident working at night in outdoor environments
• Professional, reliable, and personable
• Ability to work collaboratively with another guide
• Ability to manage small groups independently when required
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (essential)
• Willingness to work nights, with overnight work potentially required on a sporadic basis

Bonus Skills (Not Essential)

• Experience in tourism, guiding, or outdoor education
• Knowledge of Indigenous astronomy and cultural storytelling
• Telescope operation experience
• First aid certification

What You’ll Get

• Flexible work arrangements
• Training and support in delivering our signature stargazing experience
• Opportunity to grow with an expanding tourism brand
• Unique work environment within reach of some of the region’s best night skies

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $24.95 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: On the road