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Cardrona Ski Resort Ltd is seeking an experienced Lift Operations leader to help keep our lifts, people and guests moving safely throughout the season. Working with the Base Operations Manager and Lift Supervisor, you’ll support daily resourcing, lift checks and safe, smooth operation on the mountain.
You’ll coach and train the crew, build confidence and capability, and collaborate with Maintenance, Ski Patrol and Ticketing.
We’re looking for an experienced Lift Operations leader to join our mountain crew and help keep our lifts, people and guests moving safely throughout the season.
Working alongside the Base Operations Manager and Lift Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of our lift operations. You’ll be out on the mountain supporting the team, coordinating daily resourcing, completing lift checks and making sure everything is set up and running safely and smoothly.
A big part of the role is looking after our people by coaching and training the crew, helping build their confidence and capability, and stepping in when operational or guest challenges pop up. You’ll also work closely with teams across the mountain, including Maintenance, Ski Patrol and Ticketing, to keep everyone connected and the day on track.
We’re after someone who’s a natural leader, calm under pressure and happy to get stuck in wherever needed. If you enjoy being part of the action, supporting a great crew and creating an awesome experience for our guests, this could be a great fit.
What we're looking for:
1 year experience working in a lift operations environment.
1 year experience in a team leader or supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience coaching, training and leading teams with a positive, hands-on leadership approach and a genuine commitment to supporting and developing people.
Ability to operate all relevant lift systems at Cardrona.
Full Drivers Licence.
Intermediate skiing or snowboarding ability.
Strong knowledge of health, safety and lift operating procedures.
Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing operational requirements.
Desirable: First Aid, Health & Safety Representative training (NZ Certificate in Health & Safety Representative (NZQA Unit Standard 29315), Skidoo/snowmobile experience and experience with Skills Active training and assessment.
Whats in it for you?
Enjoy the perks of mountain life with a free season pass for yourself in both winter and summer, along with some free passes and discounts at the resort for friends and family. Explore some of New Zealand's most memorable activities that RealNZ has to offer without spending a fortune, from rafting to visiting Te Anau Glowworm Caves, exploring Rakiura, cruising Milford Sound, and more.
Join us at Cardrona and combine your technical expertise with the thrill of mountain life. This year-round role offers an unparalleled opportunity to work and play in one of New Zealand's most stunning locations.
Who are we?
At Cardrona / Treble Cone, we’re a team of people from all over the world who work hard, have fun, back each other and genuinely care about doing a great job.
If that sounds like your kind of crew, we’d love to hear from you.
We’ll be interviewing as applications come in, so if we find the right person, we may close the role early.
Location: Wanaka
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanant