Snowsports - Experienced Freeride & Freeski Coaches (Winter 2026)

Hotham Alpine Resort; Victoria; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading alpine resort in Victoria, Australia, is seeking Experienced Freeride and Freeski Coaches for the winter season of 2026. The role involves delivering engaging coaching sessions while supporting athlete development in diverse terrains. Ideal candidates should have relevant coaching certifications and experience in training programs. Join us for a rewarding coaching experience that emphasizes safety, growth, and a vibrant team culture with opportunities for professional development and lift passes.

Benefits

Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass

Up to 40% food, retail and rentals

Access to world-class training and development

Qualifications

• Freeride or Freeski coaching or instructor certification with relevant experience.
• Experience coaching athletes of varying skill levels.
• Ability to conduct on-snow and off-snow training programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and engaging coaching sessions.
• Support athlete skill development and wellbeing.
• Plan and maintain courses for training and competitions.

Skills

Freeride or Freeski coaching expertise

Excellent communication skills

Leadership capabilities

Knowledge in athlete development

Education

Freeride or Freeski coaching or instructor certification

Freestyle certifications (e.g., NCCP, USSA)

Job description

Snowsports - Experienced Freeride and Freeski Coaches (Winter 2026)

Resorts : Perisher | Falls Creek | Hotham

Employment Type : Casual, Winter Seasonal

Season Commences : Mid–Late June 2026

Applications Period : December 2025 - February 2026 (or earlier if filled)

Application Stage : We are currently accepting early applications; to be reviewed from January 2026

Develop the next-gen of park or freeride pros

Join our Freeride or Freeski coaching teams, where natural terrain and slopestyle features drive progression, creativity, and confident mountain athletes.

As an experienced Freeride or Freeski Coach, you’ll lead athlete development across off-piste terrain and park environments, setting high standards through your energy, professionalism, and on-snow leadership.

Work closely with our coaching team to deliver safe, progressive sessions that build technical skill, creativity, confidence, and mountain awareness, while contributing to a strong culture across our Freeride and Freeski programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver safe and engaging coaching sessions on and off snow
• Support athlete skill development, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Plan, build and maintain courses for training and competitions
• Work independently while upholding high standards of safety and professionalism
• Collaborate with coaches, and the wider mountain team to ensure positive athlete experiences
• Participate in ongoing professional development to sharpen coaching skills

What You'll Bring

• Freeride or Freeski coaching or instructor certification with freeride / freeski coaching experience.
• Experience coaching Freeride or Freeski athletes across skill levels
• Ability to plan and run on-snow and off-snow training programs
• Skilled in course-setting for training and competitions
• Strong understanding of long-term athlete development and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; fluency in English
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and a positive, high-performance culture.
• Freestyle Canada | NCCP (Comp Intro Certified - Park & Pipe Coach, Air Coach, Comp Dev Certified - Slopestyle Coach)
• USSA (Freeski Level 100, 200)
• CSIA Freestyle Certifications
• PSIA Freestyle (Specialists 1, 2 and 3)
• Other recognised international equivalents - See ISIA

What's In It for You

• Access to ongoing world-class training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress your career, experience and coaching skills in the Southern Hemisphere
• Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass and up to 40% food, retail and rentals
• An inclusive, high-performing team culture built around respect, growth, and mountain life
• A mountain where performance, development, and opportunity thrives

What We're About

Vail Resorts Australia operates some of Australia’s most iconic alpine destinations. Our teams bring the mountains to life through professionalism, energy, and genuine care for every guest. Guided by our values — Be Inclusive, Do Good, Be Safe, Have Fun, Serve Others, Drive Value, Do Right — we create workplaces where people feel supported, respected, and part of something bigger.

How We Work Together

Program Information Program Opportunities A variety of Winter Sports Program options exist across Perisher, Falls Creek, and Hotham. Lesson Support Successful applicants will be expected to assist the Snowsports School with instructing lessons outside of their assigned program hours. Program Days Coaches may be employed between 2 to 5 days per week, depending on program registrations and scheduling needs. Program Registration Program registrations remain open until June. If coaches are not assigned to a program they will need to fulfil their availability commitments as a Snowsports Instructor. Certification Requirement Uncertified (experienced) coach applicants may be considered but will be required to complete an APSI Instructor Certification.

If required, the Snowsports School will cover course and exam fees.

Associated costs, such as the APSI Manual and Membership package , will be the responsibility of the employee.

Employment Availability

Our Instructors and Coaches are employed casually , with the following options :

Unlimited Availability : For full-season instructors, typically work up to six (6) days per week over Winter (June–September). Ideal for consistent work, training and eligibility for staff accommodation.

Limited Availability : For balancing other commitments. Must meet minimum availability requirements (see below), and arrange your own accommodation :

Resort Minimum Availability Additional Optional Availability Perisher 2 weeks during NSW July School Holidays (4–19 July 2026) Private School Holidays (27 June–3 July 2026), and / or at least 1 full week within the first 3 weeks of August Falls Creek 2 weeks during VIC July School Holidays (27 June–12 July 2026) and most weekends in August Hotham 2 weeks during VIC July School Holidays (27 June–12 July 2026) and all weekends in August

Your Next Step

Excited to join our Coaching team? Apply now through our Career Center!

If you need any reasonable adjustments just reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via — we’re here to help!

We love that you’re keen to join our team — just make sure this role is the one you’re truly interested in before applying.

Our staff accommodation spots are limited and reserved for full‑season team members, so be sure to tell us your availability and if you’ll need a place to stay.

To help us review your application smoothly, please attach the following (where applicable) :

• Current Snowsports certificates / qualifications
• Membership license(s) (front and back)
• Evidence of your coaching experience, such as reference letters and proof of completed work.
• Professional references and written recommendations (preferred)

Attachment Guidelines : Maximum of 10 attachments (total size up to 10MB ).

Accepted file formats : .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .txt, and .rtf .

Applications exceeding these limits will not submit.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application is successfully submitted.

If your attachments won’t upload, submit your application without and email the files to HR.

Your next winter starts here - be the coach your athletes never forget.

Acronyms : NCCP= National Coach Certification Program (CAN); USSA = U.S. Ski & Snowboard; CSIA = Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance; PSIA = Professional Ski Instructors of America; ISIA = International Ski Instructors Association.