AddressExperienced snow groomers, night shift work, physically fit, casual, flexible, outdoors at Mt Hotham Alpine Resort.
Fingers crossed for an abundant snowfall this winter!Our Groomers primarily work under the starry skies assessing and managing the over snow trails between the village, cross-country trails and snow play areas so our staff and guests can safely move around the resort.
With safety as a priority, our Groomers are required to keep daily logs of safety checks of plant and equipment, addressing minor technical issues before they escalate, in addition to overseeing the safety of trails!
As a member of the Resort Operations team, you may be called upon to use your skills in areas other, for example assisting to top up the snow play area with man-made snow.
Mt Hotham is located in north-east Victoria, about 4.5 hours from Melbourne and is considered the “Powder Capital’ of Australia. With 320 hectares of ski terrain including, 13 chair lifts, 3 terrain parks, 35 kms of cross-country skiing and a village located on the top of the mountain…what is stopping you from joining our team this winter for a unique job opportunity?
What amazing skills and experience will score you this role?
- Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee)
- Australian driver licence.
- Medium/Heavy Rigid Licence (desirable)
- Backhoe, loader and other plant specific licences/tickets (desirable)
- Current First Aid Certificate and CPR qualifications (desirable)
- Work Safely in the Construction Industry CPCCOHS1001A (White Card) (desirable)
- Physically capable of taking on demanding tasks in potentially harsh conditions.
- Experience driving in hazardous weather and road conditions
- Ability to ‘iron out’ any unexpected issues that might arise
- A LOVE of the outdoors, including the rain, hail, shine and of course…Snow!
- Available from May/June to the start of October 2024 (including nights, weekends and school holidays)
For a full list of the key responsibilities and performances indicators please contact angela.melaney@alpineresorts.vic.gov.au for a copy of the position description.
How to apply:
If you have the skills and experience listed above and are keen to experience a season of working at the snow, click on "Apply" via our application portals and upload your resume and cover letter (in PDF format). Applications cannot be accepted via email.
We recruit as we go, so don’t delay submitting your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to:
- have full Australian working rights. International applicants must be eligible to obtain their own visa with valid work rights in Australia.
- Satisfactorily pass a police check, provide proof of valid Victorian Working with Children Check (Employee)
- Additional assessments may apply, such as random drug & alcohol tests.
Who will you be working for?
Established on 1 October 2022, Alpine Resorts Victoria brings a sector-wide focus and strategic leadership to the management of Victoria’s six alpine resorts: Falls Creek, Lake Mountain, Mt Baw Baw, Mt Buller, Mt Hotham and Mt Stirling. Each resort provides a unique experience of Victoria’s beautiful and remote alpine landscapes. Together they play an important role in supporting regional communities by attracting over one million visitors a year and sustaining ten thousand jobs.
For more information, visit the website:
www.alpineresorts.vic.gov.au or
Hotham Alpine Resort - Mount Hotham - Official Website (mthotham.com.au)
Alpine Resorts Victoria is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
