Employment
We are now taking applications for the 2012 season. The season runs from late June to October.
Are you a keen skier or snowboarder? Is the lifestyle more important than the financial reward? Are you outgoing, motivated and hard working? Do you want to be part of a small, friendly team? If your answer is YES to all these, we are looking for you to join our team for the 2012 season.
All Applicants Must:
- have a valid work permit/visa
- be available for face-to-face interviews in Fairlie in the Autumn
- have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well in English
- have a valid NZ or International Drivers Licence
- be available to work the entire season, which typically runs from late June to early October
THESE ARE NOT NEGOTIABLE - IF YOU DO NOT FIT THE CRITERIA YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
About Us
We are a small, privately owned commercial ski area. During the season, we employ about 18 staff (this includes instructors employed by the Ski School); we pride ourselves on our small, friendly team - with everyone able and keen to pitch in and help wherever and whenever needed. We require a staff that are able to communicate well in English, as there is a lot of radio communication and clarity is essential. The mountain is a non-smoking zone for staff members.
When the mountain is open, everyone works. Days off occur when the mountain is closed due to snow/wind, and later in season some rostered days off may occur.
The nearest town is Fairlie, a very compact village that services the surrounding farm land. The only on-mountain accommodation is for the Couple on Mountain position. Staff need to obtain their own accommodation; rentals or inexpensive motels can usually be found in Fairlie. Check out our trail map.
Vacancies
Couple to live on
mountain - Position vacant
A mature couple is required to live on the mountain in staff accommodation. They will be required to assist with weather reporting and light cleaning duties in exchange for accommodation and would also be offered any of the below positions. Other duties will also be required, such as clearing snow from the mountain road and using a grader/snowplough. Training provided. Some mechanical experence an advantage.
LIFT OPERATORS
- Four positions available
Friendly, competent workers needed to run T-Bar, Triple Chair and Platter lifts. Must have a tidy appearance. Training given.
SKI PATROL
- Two positions available
Must have relevant qualifications and be able to communicate well in English.
CAFE/TICKET OFFICE SALESPERSON - One position available
Outgoing and motivated person needed to run ticket office and cafetaria. Duties include ticket and food sales, cash handling and daily reconciliations. Must be able to work unsupervised and maintain good communication with management. Tidy appearance essential.
SKI & SNOWBOARD RENTAL DEPARTMENT - One position available
Friendly and outgoing person required for rental office. Duties include fitting and adjusting rentals and ski and snowboard maintenance. Must have tidy appearance and good communication skills.
To apply for any of the above positions, download the Application Form (pdf or doc). Be sure to attach CV/Resume, visa/work permit & passport sized photo. Send to 30 Alloway Street, Fairlie 7925 or email to mtdobson@xtra.co.nz
SKI/SNOWBOARD INSTRUCTORS -
Apply directly to Ski School Manager Adam Cuff at lizardrips@hotmail.com
Adam is overseas at present, and may take some time to reply.
Please do not contact us as we contract out the Ski School and are not involved in the employment process for them.
Application Requirements
All applicants must:
- have a valid work permit/visa
- be available for face-to-face interviews in April 2012
- have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well in English
- be a non smoker
- have a valid NZ or International Drivers Licence
- be available to work the entire season, which typically runs from late June to early October
Accommodation is not provided, but rental accommodation is readily available in Fairlie and Kimbell (Nearest towns to the ski area).
When the mountain is open, everyone works. Days off occur when the mountain is closed due to snow/wind, and may be rostered later in the season.