Doctor
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.
Can’t wait to start skiing Queenstown’s stunning mountain landscapes? Are you fueled by a passion for the mountains coupled with experience and comprehensive knowledge of accident and emergency triage? LETS TALK
Coronet Peak and The Remarkables are looking to employ a Medical team on each mountain. We are looking for experienced Doctors to join our crews at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas for the upcoming season. The position runs from early June to mid October.
The Ski Area Doctor will provide medical treatment for guests and staff on-site (both paediatric and adult trauma cases) at our Ski Area medical facility. You will be required to provide front line medical care as well as manage the Ski Area Medical Facility.
About you
- have four years of post-grad experience, with a mandatory minimum of 6 months in Emergency Medicine experience
- are a genuine good human beings
- hold Core Advanced Certificate (issued within the past 3 years)
- have comprehensive knowledge of accident and emergency triage
- might have Orthopaedic, sport injuries and Anaesthetic experience (valuable, not essential)
- have previous Medical Practise management skills (would be an asset).
- Holds a current annual practicing certificate
- Holds current medical indemnity insurance
- Has knowledge of the New Zealand Health System, particularly ACC
- 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 in all weather is an advantage, however not a requirement.
If applying overseas you must be registered with the Medical Council of New Zealand, or eligible for registration to practice as a GP. Assistance for registration and work visa sponsorship will be provided for successful international applicants. Accommodation may be available for exceptional candidates.
Please Note
- NZSki will be closed for the holiday season, applications will be reviewed upon our return in the new year, no earlier than January 10th
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)
- Queenstown 9300, New Zealand