Join the team at Cardrona this winter as Patrol Avalanche Technician! You'll play a crucial role in ensuring mountain safety, blending expertise in avalanche management, snow science, and safety training. With over 4 years of patrol experience and an Avalanche Level 6 certification, your leadership skills shine through.
Your responsibilities will be varied, supporting the Snow Safety Supervisor and Assistant Snow Safety in a range of duties from implementing the Snow Safety Plan, managing Avalanche control teams, and leading effective Patrol Staff Training. Beyond technical prowess, your role involves engaging with guests, contributing to mountain tidiness, and assisting various departments. Essential skills include snowmobile operation, top-notch customer service, and a deep understanding of the Cardrona snow safety program.
Your success will hinge on personal attributes like initiative, effective communication, and remaining calm under pressure. Flexibility and collaboration across departments are the keys to ensuring the mountain's overall efficiency and safety.
What do we need from you?
At least 4 years working as a ski patroller/guide; forecasting experience is an advantage.
Avalanche Risk Management level 6, or equivalent, or currently on the pathway to gaining certification.
PHEC / 1st Aid Qualification.
CIMS training.
Skills in snowmobile operation.
Top-notch customer service, and a deep understanding of snow safety programs.
What do you get out of this?
As well as the free pass and all the discounts on-mountain, you can also take a friend for free with you to explore some of NZ's most memorable experiences - jet boating, rafting, travel on the TSS Earnslaw and enjoy the famous BBQ at Walter Peak, visit Te Anau Glowworm Caves, Milford and Doubtful Sound and Rakiura. What an awesome opportunity to explore our back yard without spending a fortune!
Who are we?
Cardrona / Treble Cone prides itself on bringing together a team of people from all over the world who are the friendliest, most helpful, most proactive, and consistently go the extra mile to provide amazing guest service. At Cardrona/TC we're more than just a team - we're a family. We have fun, work hard, support each other, and are passionate about our resort and our values. If this sounds like you, come join us!
Additional Information:
Location: Wanaka
Number of positions: 2
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full Time
Hourly rate: $35.31 - $37.06
How to apply
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Reference # 9468
Posted on 9468
Closes on 12 Nov 2024 17:00
Expertise Patrol, Patrol - Snow Safety
Job level(s) Experienced (specific to the particular position)
Work type(s) Casual, Seasonal Full Time, Seasonal Part Time
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