NZSki - Lifts - Senior Lift Operator - Queenstown

Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Full Time

NZSki

Experienced

Senior Lift Operator - Coronet Peak & The Remarkables

Lifties are the face of our mountain, everyone who skis or rides at NZSki during the season will interact with a Lift Operator. We are therefore seeking fun-loving personalities with an affinity for operating machinery safely who can multi-task with a smile on their face in a blizzard. If this sounds like you then read on!

About the role

Meeting and greeting all guests who ride a chairlift
Assisting guests on and off chairlifts safely and in accordance with procedures
Providing additional assistance to those who may require it
Queue management and the ability to plan for busy periods
Operating lift machinery
Participating in training for lift evacuations and de-icing chairlifts, and carrying out these tasks safely and effectively during the season if required
Assisting new staff with training and acting as supervisor
Assisting new staff to achieve their National Certificate in Alpine Resort Operations

About You

High levels of energy - sustain positivity and FUN!
Previous Lift Operations experience is required - minimum of 2 seasons
At least 1-year front line customer service experience with a total commitment to the guest service experience
Proven ability to work unsupervised along with the ability to work under pressure in a team environment
The ability to quickly build a rapport with all guests and staff, coupled with strong teamwork skills
Excellent personal presentation as well as extremely punctual and reliable
Physically fit
Health & safety conscious and a good record in this area
Applicants should be flexible and be willing to help in other departments at times
Applicants need to be able to ski or snowboard in all weather conditions on intermediate terrain
Applicants must be comfortable working outside in an alpine environment in a variety of weather conditions and available for early shifts as required
An understanding that employment is subject to the vagaries of the weather and the hours of work cannot be guaranteed

Skills and Qualifications

National Certificate in Alpine Operations

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