Jobs and volunteering at Woolmers

Woolmers Estate is a tourist destination which offers six heritage accommodation cottages, visitor centre, restaurant/cafe, galleries, gift shop, meeting room, community hub and is a popular venue for weddings, conferences and events located 32 km south of Launceston and 17 km south of the Launceston Airport in northern Tasmania.

Housekeeping

Woolmers Estate is investing in the community and currently has an exciting opportunity available for Housekeeping/Cleaning staff to join the team.

  • Woolmers Estate’s housekeeping and cleaning staff are highly valued members of our team, and key to ensuring positive experiences for our guests, visitors and the overall success of the business.

    In particular, the role involves providing housekeeping and room attendant services for cottages (1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom heritage cottages) cleaning common areas and the various areas including within in the modern visitor centre, to ensure high standards of presentation of the property in line with the our high standards, and efficient operations based on demands and guest needs.

  • Will demonstrate a can-do, responsible, and flexible approach to work, excellent communication skills, a friendly customer service demeanour, a keen eye for detail, excellent organisational skills, discretion in guest interaction, and a strong appreciation for workplace safety.  An ability to follow instructions and work quickly and efficiently to achieve individual and team goals is key.

    Prior experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role ideally in a hotel or business environment is preferred, and qualifications and prior experience in the hospitality, travel or tourism industries would be highly regarded but are not essential as on-the-job training will be provided to the successful applicant/s.

    The successful applicant/s must be available to work weekends and public holidays and hold a current C Class drivers license.

  • The role presents a great opportunity to work with a friendly team under the banner of UNESCO World Heritage Australian Convict Sites. There is flexibility with number of days and hours each week depending on the candidate’s availability.

  • To apply, please direct cover letter and CV to enquiries@woolmers.com.au

    While we take the time to review all applications, only those suitable will be contacted for an interview.

Tour Guide

Woolmers Estate currently has an exciting opportunity available for interested people to join the team of volunteer Tour Guides for the coming 2024-25 tourist season.

  • Do you have a passion for history and historical objects? Do you have a passion for historical Tasmanian architecture? Do you enjoy sharing information with people from all walks of life? Are you a natural communicator? Then this role might be for you!

  • As a Woolmers Estate Tour Guide you will learn the fascinating and long history of the Woolmers Archer family and the Assigned Convicts that worked on the property. You will guide interested visitors on a structured tour that encompasses the outbuildings and/or house museum and its vast and fascinating collection of family artefacts.

    To be a successful Woolmers Estate Tour Guide you will need the following attributes:

    • Good communication skills

    • Must speak English well

    • Be well presented

    • Be personable

    • Be enthusiastic

    • Be punctual

    • Be able to learn a written script and remain true to that script

    • Be able to work independently and as part of a team

    • Be willing to undertake further training as required and undergo occasional assessment

    • Must have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility

    • Commit to a roster – very important

    NOTE: You do not need any prior skills, you will be trained and mentored by the friendly and knowledgeable members of the Woolmers Guide team until you are ready and confident to step into the role.

    Being a Woolmers Estate Tour Guide is a fantastic opportunity to meet amazing people from all over the world and work in a truly stunning location.

    If this sounds like you, express interest today!

  • Current police check. First aid certificate is desirable but not essential.

  • Shifts are 4 hours approx. Woolmers Estate is currently open 5 days a week from 10 am to 3.30 pm.

  • To apply, please direct your letter of application and CV to enquiries@woolmers.com.au

    While we take the time to review all applications, only those suitable will be contacted for an interview.