Patrol - Team Leader

Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at a ski field - it’s a lifestyle, seasonal work is a rollercoaster but it’s one that creates lasting memories that you’ll talk about for a lifetime.

Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our awesome customer service, first-class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.

Our ski patrollers priority is to ensure a safe and enjoyable ski area environment for all guests and staff by maintaining the highest possible standards of service, safety and professionalism.
This is a seasonal position, reporting to the Patrol Head of Department. In this role, you will assist the HOD to deliver the company purpose and mission statements and the department objectives and lead an established team who have built a reputation for exceptional service and delivery.
You'll be a great team player with a strong safety background who thrives in a positive work environment and works hard to achieve the best possible atmosphere for both customers and fellow staff.
About the role
- You will be required to motivate, develop and lead a team within the Patrol department
- In conjunction with the Patrol Head of Department, undertake staff recruitment, training, development, administration and performance management.
- Multi-task, problem solve and work well under pressure
- Previous experience in rostering, staff appraisals and on-the-job training would be considered an advantage.
- Manage trail open and closures and ensure trails are sign posted accordingly
- Assist with avalanche control
- Monitor weather and changes in conditions and maintain records
- Administer first aid as required
- Coordinate patient evacuation from the ski area to the medical centre

About You
- Previous experience is considered a definite advantage and supporting references must be provided
- The ability to quickly build a rapport with all guests and staff, coupled with strong team work skills
- You must be comfortable working in an alpine environment in a variety of weather conditions
- Good knowledge of ski area snow conditions, and the ability to ski or snowboard expertly in all weather on all terrain
- A commitment to on going training and development throughout the season

Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years avalanche industry experience
- Previous Leadership Experience would be advantageous
- New Zealand Avalanche Level 5 (or higher) or equivalent overseas qualification is required.
- Minimum qualifications in Pre-hospital Emergency Care or equivalent overseas qualification (or higher).
- Explosives and Controlled Substance License or equivalent overseas qualification is required.
- Expert skier who is able to continuously and confidently ski all terrain is essential.

As Kaitiaki of the mountains we have an enduring commitment to our environment, people, and communities to ensure they benefit from our presence and as proud supporters of Winter Pride we’ve pledged to continue to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Uniform for all roles is provided (just bring your own base layers)

A few other reasons to join our Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt crew:

- 3 Peak winter season pass (Full Time crew)
- Discounted day passes at other ski areas
- Transport to/from mountains.
- Fantastic wellbeing support for all staff
- Nutritional hot crew meals each day (Discounted)
- Discounts at many local eateries, bars, breweries and retail outlets
- Discounts on mountain
- Regularly organised social activities off mountain
- Cool recognition programmes with prizes
- Earn and learn - free ski lessons (Full Time crew)