Tourism Operator

A Tourism Operator is responsible for organising and providing travel experiences for tourists, ensuring that all aspects of the trip run smoothly. This role involves planning and coordinating various tours, including transportation, accommodation, and activities, while also managing schedules to meet clients' needs.

Tourism Operators often liaise with local businesses and service providers to offer packages that enhance the visitor experience and may also conduct tours themselves, sharing knowledge about the destination.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $125,840
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a tourism operator?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $43,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Travel Agent Tourism Consultant
Travel Specialist Tourism Operator
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Operations Manager Travel Agent Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator + 2 more
SIS50421

Diploma of Outdoor Leadership
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 36 months
$0 - $16,276
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Activity Instructor Outdoor Recreation Leader Outdoor Adventure Guide
Tourism Operator
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Activity Instructor Outdoor Recreation Leader Outdoor Adventure Guide Tourism Operator + 1 more
SISSS00126

Wilderness First Aid
Blended, Distance, On Campus
2 - 5 days
$0 - $1,190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Australian Defence Force Medic
Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Park Ranger Tourism Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Australian Defence Force Worker Australian Defence Force Medic Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Park Ranger Tourism Operator + 4 more

Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Event Management)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager
Hospitality Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Conference Coordinator Event Coordinator Event Manager Hospitality Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator + 4 more
SISOCLM004

Lead Climb Multi Pitches, Natural Surfaces
Distance
5 days
$1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Tourism Operator
Park Ranger Outdoor Recreation Officer Tour Guide
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Activity Instructor Tourism Operator Park Ranger Outdoor Recreation Officer Tour Guide + 3 more
SISOCLM003

Lead Climb Single Pitches, Natural Surfaces
Distance
5 days
$1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Activity Instructor Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Recreation Officer
Park Ranger Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Outdoor Activity Instructor Outdoor Adventure Guide Outdoor Recreation Officer Park Ranger Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 3 more

Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management
On Campus
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Night Auditor Executive Housekeeper Food Production Manager
Rooms Division Manager Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator Food Service Supervisor
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Night Auditor Executive Housekeeper Food Production Manager Rooms Division Manager Senior Travel Consultant Tourism Manager Tourism Consultant Travel Specialist Tourism Operator Food Service Supervisor + 7 more
FWPCOT3325

Operate Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on Unsealed Roads
On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $900
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Farmhand Forestry Worker
Construction Worker Conservation Officer Forestry Field Officer Field Technician Bushfire Fighter Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Mining Machine Operator Farmhand Forestry Worker Construction Worker Conservation Officer Forestry Field Officer Field Technician Bushfire Fighter Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 7 more
FWPCOT3326

Recover Four Wheel Drive Vehicle
Distance, On Campus
1 - 3 days
$0 - $680
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger
Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Forestry Worker Machine Operator Park Ranger Forestry Field Officer Firefighter Utility Arborist Land Management Worker Field Assistant Tour Guide Tourism Operator + 7 more
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