Mountain Patrol: Guest Safety & Rescue Expert

Cardrona Ski Resort Ltd; Cardrona; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass

Guest discounts

Job summary

Cardrona Ski Resort Ltd is seeking a casual/seasonal Ski Patrol team member to help keep guests and staff safe on the mountain. You will work across trail operations, emergency response, incident management and mountain safety, with responsibilities including opening and closing trails and supporting rescues.

The role requires 2 years of patrol experience in ski or bike environments, a valid NZ driver license, and current First Responder or EMT qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ mountain/patrol experience in a ski or bike environment.
• Current PHEC or equivalent, First Responder or EMT qualification.
• Strong mountain biking and technical mountain skills.
• Valid NZ Driver Licence or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Open and close trails.
• Respond to medical incidents on the mountain.
• Provide trail advice and monitor conditions.
• Support rescues and coordinate with external emergency providers.

Skills

Patrol experience

First Responder

EMT

Mountain biking

NZ Driver Licence

Communication

Weather awareness

Calm under pressure

Job description

Cardrona Ski Resort Ltd is seeking a casual/seasonal Ski Patrol team member to help keep guests and staff safe on the mountain. You will work across trail operations, emergency response, incident management and mountain safety, with responsibilities including opening and closing trails and supporting rescues.

The role requires 2 years of patrol experience in ski or bike environments, a valid NZ driver license, and current First Responder or EMT qualifications.