More than 34 years later, were proud to be a certified B Corp with more than 1000 small group trips in over 120 countries. After all these years, weve stayed true to our mission, ensuring our adventures are good for the places we go, good for the communities we visit and good for our travellers. Thats why we carbon offset all our trips and support local communities but were not stopping there. We want to be the best travel company not just in the world, but for the world.
The world needs more Intrepid people:
Your main responsibility will be to ensure the safe transportation of our travellers to and from various destinations, assisting them on entry and exit from vehicles as needed and to act as a company ambassador when dealing with customers. You will ensure the vehicles are kept free from damage, clean, and ensure the vehicle is in proper safe condition to drive, following specified routes, working to time schedules and always complying with traffic regulations to ensure our customers have a smooth and safe ride will be your top priorities.
With Intrepid you will be ensuring that the work you do has meaning, as Intrepid focuses on giving back and investing in your local community, which is why use local cooks, leaders, local operators and ensure we give back into the destination at every opportunity.
To be successful as a Driver with Intrepid you will require:
- Drivers License, PrDP and good driving record.
- Defensive driving skills.
- Demonstrate dependability and self-motivation.
- Be able to frequently lift up to 45 kg.
- Read, write, understand, and communicate clearly in English.
- Exhibit leadership skills (primarily when assigned as Team Leader for on-call duties).
- Maintain a high level of personal integrity and reliability.
- Be passionate about travel and share your love of it with our customers.
- We are recruiting for Crew this April and with training commencing in May 2024.
- This is a freelance contract position, which will give you flexibility in when and how you work however, great availability across peak seasons (June to October) is a must-have.
- With extended hours, lots of walking and activities, and engaging with travellers, so, its important that you are prepared both mentally and physically for the challenge!
- Youll need the ability to travel and spend time away from home, as our leaders often travel for extensive periods at a time and some tours can span up to four weeks.
- You will be driving tours through Southern Africa & beyond, you can check out some example itineraries here: www.intrepidtravel.com
Our team reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit. Our team is made up of 58 nationalities across 46 countries, and Intrepid recognises that diversity makes us a stronger business. With a commitment to breaking down barriers, we support a culture where people can be themselves. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, people living with a disability, people from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, and people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.
Work perks:
- Departures through the year of diverse itineraries to lead, including a hike, bike, and kayak adventure, festival trips, family tours, and foodie experiences
- Travel to and from the trip is included
- Some meals included, and generally your accommodation will be where the guests are staying (such as hotels, camping, homestays, cabins etc)
- Access to e-learning platforms, and comprehensive tour leader training before you even start
- Internal career opportunities
- Travel discounts for you to experience Intrepid as a passenger
- Recognition and celebration with awards nights
- Opportunity support not-for-profit Intrepid Foundations projects
