We believe that working on our railway (as others have done for over 100 years!) is a huge privilege and we want to share the stories and experiences along the railway.
We are a diverse and enthusiastic team in a growing, award-winning business that is unique and extraordinary. Every day offers something new. You will meet people from all over the world as you play your part in sharing remarkable stories that amaze and inspire.
West Coast Wilderness Railway is looking for the right people all year round, though our main hiring period is from August to November each year.
With roles based in both Queenstown and Strahan, there is an opportunity for adventure as both locations are close to world heritage areas, multiple walking tracks, mountain bike trails and kayaking locations for you to explore.
Currently available:
Sales and Marketing Manager (full-time or part-time 0.8)
Have full control and real WFH flexibility to develop and execute marketing, brand, partnerships, content and media strategies to drive business growth.
Salary Package $95-105K base (pro-rata) + Vehicle with private use + Super
- Real WFH flexibility – choose the location and hours you need to achieve
- Vehicle with private use
- Part-time (0.8) considered for the right candidate
You will take leadership for:
- Retention and expansion of WCWR’s domestic and international market partnerships.
- Activation of trade and consumer sales and contribute to new products and enhanced guest experience.
- Managing communications across major stakeholders.
- Planning and execution of digital, public relations and traditional media campaigns to grow market share across intrastate, domestic and international markets and drive market diversification outcomes.
- Managing WCWR’s digital presence, including website and social media ensuring adherence to best practice and compliance requirements.
- Liaison for tourism stakeholder relationships within industry and government.
- Collation, analysis and interpretation of market and consumer data to identify opportunities and deliver integrated marketing and operational plans.
- Development and control of the annual sales and marketing budget, monitor and track performance and provide reporting as required.
About us
Located on the west coast of Tasmania, this unique heritage railway takes passengers through ancient rainforest and explores the incredible stories of the people that forged history in the area.
Building the railway in the late 1800s to transport copper from Queenstown to the now-forgotten port of Teepookana – and later, through to Strahan was achieved with a frontier spirit and intense determination, qualities we still look for in our team today.
The railway was built through ancient rainforest and unforgiving terrain, and disbelievers that said the line would slide into to the treacherous King River, but over a century later, the rail retains its working-class roots whilst providing visitors with a unique wilderness experience.
Today our passengers journey through time and a remote and ancient wilderness in comfortable carriages pulled by the rail’s original, heritage locomotives. Our onboard stewards tell the stories of the men, women and children that lived along the line, while the train stops at a series of remote stations, allowing passengers to take in the surrounding rainforest.
Join a diverse team across a range of roles:
The variety of roles available with WCWR is broad and ranges from café staff, reservations and on board stewards to locomotive drivers and maintenance crews. To browse our available range of jobs, please see here.
To apply, please send your application including a cover letter specifying your desired role with a current resume to hr@wcwr.com.au.
