Our recovery team supports riders who experience a breakdown, become stuck or are otherwise unable to continue along a route.

Depending on the situation, the team may need to locate the rider, assess the safest way forward, transport the motorcycle to a collection point or return both the rider and motorcycle to camp.

We’re looking for people who want to become part of a trusted, ongoing crew to work at

• OpenRoads Rally events
• Volunteer events
• Partner events that OpenRoads Rally operates

The amount of work available will depend on our event calendar and the requirements of each event.

Recovery Team Positions

Co-Drivers

$100 per day

Plus food and accommodation

Co-drivers work alongside one of our recovery drivers and provide practical support throughout the shift. This is a great entry point for someone with motorcycle or four-wheel-driving knowledge who wants to gain more event recovery experience.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Navigating to riders using maps, GPS coordinates and event information
• Communicating with event control
• Helping locate riders and motorcycles
• Assisting with loading and securing motorcycles
• Helping assess access and recovery options
• Supporting the driver during difficult recoveries
• Keeping riders informed and calm
• Assisting with equipment and vehicle checks

You should be practical, reliable, comfortable outdoors and able to remain calm when plans change.

‍

Shuttle Drivers

$200 per day

Plus expenses, food and accommodation

Shuttle drivers transport recovered motorcycles from designated collection points back to the event campsite or another nominated location.

This role may involve frequent trailer movements throughout the day and requires someone who can carefully handle motorcycles belonging to other people.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Collecting motorcycles from recovery handover points
• Loading and unloading motorcycles
• Correctly securing motorcycles to a trailer
• Transporting motorcycles back to camp
• Completing repeated shuttle runs
• Communicating arrival times and capacity with event control
• Keeping motorcycles secure while they are in your care
• Checking the vehicle, trailer and tie-down equipment

You must be confident towing and reversing a trailer and safely securing different types and sizes of motorcycles.

‍

Recovery Drivers

$300 - $550 per day

Plus expenses, food and accommodation

Recovery drivers respond to riders on gravel roads, forest roads and four-wheel-drive tracks.

You’ll need to make good decisions, communicate clearly and understand the limits of your vehicle, the terrain and your own ability.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Navigating to stranded riders
• Driving on unsealed roads and intermediate off-road terrain
• Assessing access and recovery options
• Recovering motorcycles from manageable locations
• Transporting riders and motorcycles
• Loading and securing different types of motorcycles
• Working with a co-driver
• Communicating with event control
• Escalating difficult recoveries to the skilled recovery team

You should have solid four-wheel-driving experience and be confident working independently in regional and remote environments. Rate depending on experience and vehicle. Accommodation is provided where possible, in some remote / sold out locations we are only able to provide camping.

You must have your own suitable 4x4 vehicle to apply to be a recovery driver. Your vehicle should be reliable, roadworthy and capable of driving on sealed roads, gravel roads and basic off-road terrain. Recovery points, tow bar, UHF radio, winch, ramps, straps, bike trailer or other recovery equipment are a must.

You must have a suitable vehicle for towing to be a shuttle driver, this does not have to be 4x4 but it does need to be able to tow a fair bit of weight.

To be a copilot you need nothing but a good hands on deck attitude!

Please include details of your vehicle and any recovery equipment when applying.

You’ll be a good fit if you:

• Have your own suitable 4x4 vehicle
• Have experience driving in off-road or remote conditions
• Are confident towing trailers or transporting bikes
• Can communicate clearly by phone, radio or messaging app
• Are calm, reliable and safety-focused
• Can problem-solve without panicking
• Are comfortable working outdoors in all weather
• Have a current driver’s licence

Previous experience in event recovery, motorsport, emergency services, 4WD clubs, adventure riding, trail riding or remote-area work is highly regarded.

Please fill out the job application form below!