About the Role

Join the team at Liberty Balloon Flights and be part of creating unforgettable hot air balloon experiences across Victoria.

- Begin your shift at our Williamstown North base

- Support balloon operations across Melbourne City, Geelong and the Yarra Valley — Melbourne and Geelong flights depart from our Williamstown North base, while Yarra Valley operations may involve collecting our passenger transfer vehicle in Williamstown, picking up guests in Melbourne CBD and continuing to the flight location

- Greet passengers on arrival and complete check-in procedures

- Assist with balloon inflation, launch, landing, deflation and pack-down

- Support pilots and crew with general ground operations

- Keep vehicles, trailers and equipment clean, organised and ready for operations

- Drive 4WDs and minibuses, safely tow balloon trailers, and demonstrate positive, safe driving skills

What You Need to Know

Hot air ballooning is weather-dependent, so flexibility and adaptability are essential parts of the role.

Our days start very early — approximately 2.5 hours before sunrise — and weekend availability is required.

Requirements

- Light Rigid (LR) driver's licence, or willingness to obtain one. Training may be provided for the right candidate

- Comfortable with extremely early morning starts,



approximately 2.5 hours before sunrise, including weekends

- Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and outdoor work

- Comfortable working in changing weather conditions

- A genuine people person who enjoys chatting with passengers and can provide a welcoming and professional experience

- Strong communication and teamwork skills

- Reliable and able to adapt when operational plans change due to weather

This role would suit someone with flexible working hours, someone who is semi-retired, or anyone looking for something a little different from the usual 9-to-5.

Position Details

- ? Seasonal position starting in mid October, with the possibility of some ongoing work through winter

- ⏳ Shifts are generally 7–8 hours

- ? Based from Williamstown North, with operations across Melbourne, Geelong and the Yarra Valley

At Liberty Balloon Flights, we're a small, dedicated team passionate about providing safe, memorable ballooning experiences. We value great customer service, teamwork and people who are happy to get involved and help wherever needed.

Looking for a job that's anything but ordinary?

Apply today and join our hot air balloon ground crew.

📌 Hot air balloon ground crew Melbourne,Geelong and Yarra Valley (Williamstown)
🏢 Liberty Balloon Flights
📍 Williamstown