Uncertified Ski Instructor

Buller Ski Lifts; Shire of Mansfield; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass

Shared staff accommodation (potential)

Complimentary APSI Level 1 course

Complimentary lift tickets

Job summary

Buller Ski Lifts in Mt Buller is seeking enthusiastic Seasonal Ski Instructors to teach skiing and snowboarding to guests of all ages. You will help guests select suitable lessons and contribute to friendly, high-quality service around the resort and the Ski and Snowboard School meeting places.

Ideal candidates bring strong skiing or snowboarding ability, excellent time management, and a team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Advanced skiing or snowboarding skills.
• Excellent time-management skills.
• Available for work from approximately 23 June to 19 September, 2027.
• Victorian Working with Children’s Check required.

Responsibilities

• Teaching skiing or snowboarding to children and adults in group and private lesson settings.
• Assisting guests in identifying the best lesson options for themselves and family members.
• Assisting with overall guest service around the resort and especially in the Ski and Snowboard School meeting places.

Skills

Communication skills

Guest service

Skiing

Snowboarding

Time management

Team player

Teaching experience

Presentable appearance

Job description

The Mt Buller Ski & Snowboard School is passionate about our mountain and our people. If you thrive on the satisfaction of great customer care, being on the ball, being on time, are ready for a life-changing challenge and the chance to be part of a power-team – let’s talk! Mt Buller promises an ‘office’ like no other and yes, skiing and boarding is part of the experience with a season pass just one of the perks of working with us. You’ll be up for pulling together with your crew, bunking in shared accommodation and the unpredictability and unique challenges of the alpine environment.

The Mt Buller Ski & Snowboard School is passionate about our mountain and our people. If you thrive on the satisfaction of great customer care, being on the ball, being on time, are ready for a life-changing challenge and the chance to be part of a power-team – let’s talk! Mt Buller promises an ‘office’ like no other and yes, skiing and boarding is part of the experience with a season pass just one of the perks of working with us. You’ll be up for pulling together with your crew, bunking in shared accommodation and the unpredictability and unique challenges of the alpine environment.

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Positions available include:

• Limited Availability (part-time15 day commitment) Staff accommodation NOT provided
• Unlimited Availability (full-time 6 days per week) ) Staff accommodation is potential.
• PLEASE STATE IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR A PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME POSITION

Your responsibilities will include:

• Teaching skiing or snowboarding to children and adults in group and private lesson settings
• Assisting guests in identifying the best lesson options for themselves and family members
• Assisting with overall guest service around the resort and especially in the Ski and Snowboard School meeting places

We're looking for people with:

• Excellent communication and guest service skills
• Advanced skiing or snowboarding skills
• Excellent time-management skills
• Available for work from approximately 23th June to 19th September, 2027
• A positive, flexible attitude and the ability to be a team player
• Previous teaching experience in other areas or group handling beneficial.
• Ability to maintain a pleasant, professional manner under pressure and during extremely busy times
• Neat and well groomed appearance
• Ability to participate in 3 days of training (provided by Mt Buller) and successful complete the APSI Level 1 Exam (cost to participant) prior to commencing work.
• Your own ski/snowboard equipment including helmet
• All successful candidates will require a Victorian Working with Children's Check.

The Process:

Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview. Those candidates that are successful through the interview process, will then be given the opportunity to participate in a formal qualification with the Australian Professional Snowsports Association (APSI) Level 1 Certification which will be held at Mt Buller. The APSI course is provided to successful candidates complimentary (usually $1000+). There will be a requirement for the candidate to make payment for the official examination, APSI membership & manual (approx. $750)

As part of the APSI course, candidates will be provided with complimentary lift tickets. The APSI exam; membership & Instructor manual will be need to be paid by the candidate to the APSI.

Interview Date:

Via Teams - commencing March 2027

APSI Level 1 Course & Exam:

June 15th - 18th 2027

Course & Exam Location:

Mt Buller

To be considered for employment, candidates must complete the entire course and pass the exam. If you are unable to attend the In-house level 1 on the dates in mid June mentioned above, candidates may attend another course which will be conducted in the 1st week of the July School Holidays. Please note: the course and exam to be held in July will not be complimentary.

You work and play hard. Fresh snow gets your heart pumping. Us too. We are single-minded about delivering the best possible mountain experiences for our guests and our team. We will deliver training, opportunity and support and invite you to join us. Together - let’s make a difference, make some turns and make memories.

Don’t miss your chance to join our team this winter and create some unforgettable memories for yourself and our guests. www.bullerjobs.com.au

Buller Ski Lifts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.