Job Title: Consultant – Recreational Trails
Location: Remote (Anywhere in Australia)
About Us:
TRC Tourism is a leading consultancy firm specialising in tourism and recreation planning. We work extensively on all aspects of strategic trail planning including trail master plans, mountain bike strategies, multi-day walk product development, feasibility studies and business cases, integrated regional trails strategies, cycleway planning, rail trails, drive trails, and assessments of the economic benefits of trail development.
Job Description:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Consultant specialising in recreational trails to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will work remotely from anywhere in Australia and will be responsible for:
• Developing comprehensive trail master plans and strategies
• Conducting feasibility studies and economic assessments for trail development
• Engaging with stakeholders and community members to facilitate relationships
• Providing advice on trail governance, investment models, and sustainable maintenance
• Collaborating with various departments to ensure the successful implementation of trail projects.
Key Responsibilities:
• Development of trails strategies, master plans and feasibility studies
• Conduct audits of existing trails networks
• Analyse of trail visitor needs and demand
• Formulate business cases for trail proposals, including economic assessments
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and community consultations
• Provide ongoing management advice for existing trails.
Qualifications:
• Strong understanding of:
– strategic planning process for trail development from concept to master plans
– sustainability, environmental, social, education, and economic aspects of trail development
• Proven experience in recreational trail planning and development
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in planning, environmental science, or a related field – desirable but not essential
• Advanced report writing skills
• Ability to travel
• Expertise in environmental planning would be favourably looked at
• Consultants who are able to work from either of our offices which are located in Jindabyne NSW or Alice Springs NT should identify this in their application
• As part of our commitment to First Nations recruitment, preference will be given to a First Nations person with the right experience.
What We Offer:
• Flexible remote working arrangements
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects across Australia, New Zealand
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Why Join TRC Tourism?
At TRC Tourism, we are dedicated to transforming the way people experience great trails. As a leading consultancy firm specialising in recreational trails. TRC Tourism is an Australian New Zealand company that has been operating for over 25 years and has worked on over 800 tourism projects globally.
Visit our website for more information: www.trctourism.com
Interested candidates, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience recreational trails to Donna Graf donna@trctourism.com by Wednesday 5 March 2025.
NOTE: This job will start as a casual arrangement based on project demand with the option to be an employee or sub-contractor. The role will develop over time based on performance and project demand with the potential to provide regular and consistent work.
