Groomer Operator
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.
We are currently seeking responsible, reliable operators to groom our slopes to a world-class standard for our guests this season.
We are seeking applicants with a proven commitment to the overall guest experience and the ability to work hard and remain positive under pressure in a team environment. We have opportunities for both experienced and rookie groomers.
About the role
- Carrying out grooming requirements as per the request of the Team Leader
- Operating groomers, which can include general free grooming, winch grooming and terrain park maintenance
- Pre-operator checks and fault diagnosis
- Maintain slopes, chairlift loads, unloads and base areas to an exceptional standard
About You
- Working knowledge of heavy machinery and a strong mechanical aptitude
- A strong motivation to work in a small team remaining flexible to the variabilities of the environment
- Responsible, reliable and professional
- Good safety record and able to supply references to this effect.
- Applicants must be comfortable working in an alpine environment in a variety of weather conditions
- Previous exposure to night shift work would be considered an advantage.
- An understanding that employment is subject to the vagaries of the weather and the hours of work cannot be guaranteed
- Experienced and rookie roles available
Skills and Qualifications
- Applicants must be able to show they have previous experience of operating heavy machinery (a minimum of 400 hours)
- A NZ class 2 license with a T (self-laying tracks) endorsement.
- Good knowledge of ski area snow conditions and the ability to ski or snowboard in all weather conditions on all-terrain is an advantage.
- Winch cat operator experience is an asset
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)
Please note we will be commencing the hiring process and interviewing for this role from February 2025
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Job Start Date Friday, 6 June 2025
- Queenstown 9300, New Zealand