Why work in holiday parks?
Holiday parks are some of the most varied workplaces in Australian tourism. In a single week you might check in guests, solve a maintenance problem, help plan a school holiday program and handle the books.
Many roles come with on-site accommodation, and parks are found everywhere from capital-city fringes to remote coastlines — so a park career can also be a lifestyle change.
Common career paths
- Guest services and reception — a great entry point that teaches you how the whole park runs.
- Housekeeping, maintenance and grounds — practical roles that are always in demand.
- Supervisor and assistant manager — the step between team member and management.
- Park manager and management couples — running the business day to day, often as a live-in role.
- Operations, area and group roles — overseeing several parks for a group or brand.
Getting started
- Post your resume so hiring parks can find you.
- Set up job alerts for the categories and regions you're interested in.
- Consider seasonal or casual work to build experience quickly.
- Look into industry training for reservations, front office or management.
Tip: parks value reliability and a friendly attitude as much as experience. Say so, with examples, in your resume.