Group Travel Coordinator
Job No:
94458
Location:
Brisbane, QLD
Are you looking for a career, not just a job?
Are you passionate about group travel and would jump at the chance to work with a great crew of like-minded people?
Student Horizons is more than just an organisation... it's a vibrant hub of intelligent, enthusiastic go-getters who are looking for a new Group Travel Coordinator to join the family!
This is a full-time role where you will receive a base salary $55,000 to $70,000 (negotiable depending on skills and experience) plus on-target bonuses based on KPI's circa $10,000 - $15,000!
A little bit about your new employer
Student Horizons is an Australian and New Zealand educational travel organisation that facilitates the travel of school group tours for secondary students. They provide educational, music, and sports trips and are passionate about broadening the minds of young people through international travel.
Student Horizons works with a variety of well-established private and public schools.
To learn more about Student Horizons, click here.
About your new role...
This is a unique role that will see you coordinating group flights for Student Horizons School groups in both New Zealand and Australia. In this role, you will be responsible for negotiating the best possible deals on group bookings and making these bookings for Student Horizons group flights.
This will include preparing quotes for flights/additional travel requirements for Student Horizons sales proposals. As such, experience with GDS, Galileo or Amadeus is a must.
Demonstrated experience in group travel will be held in high regard, however is not essential.
You will also need to have good industry stakeholder networks within Australia (established networks within New Zealand is a bonus) and experience managing travel related events.
As Student Horizons provides music, sporting, and educational based tours, it is desirable that you have a passion in at least one of these areas. Previous experience within the educational travel industry will be highly regarded.
Most importantly, you will be a vibrant and energetic individual who can build new relationships with external stakeholders with ease!
You will also have a real passion for travel and a dedication to ensuring that students have safe and unforgettable experiences.
Please note: Candidates need to hold a current driver's licence and be willing to obtain a criminal history and working with children check.
About the Benefits
Student Horizons truly values its team and are offering the successful candidate a base salary of $55,000 to $70,000 (negotiable depending on skills and experience) plus on-target bonuses based on KPI's circa $10,000 - $15,000!
You will also have the opportunity to conduct overseas tours for students. Some locations include Europe, the USA, South America, and Africa!
In addition, you will receive the opportunity to join the team on their legendary Christmas parties – last year the crew had a blast in beautiful Fiji!!
Finally, and most importantly, you will enjoy working with a supportive organisation that wants to help you build a successful and impressive career.
If you're passionate about travel and are an enthusiastic go-getter - Apply Now!