What are the responsibilities and job description for the Race & Events - Outdoor Operations Assistants (Winter 2025) position at Hotham Skiing Company?
Race & Events - Outdoor Operations Assistant
Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts delivers an Experience of a Lifetime to our guests and our employees. You’re brave, ambitious and passionate and we want you on our team. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.
The perks start with a free lift pass, but as a Vail Resorts Australia employee, that’s just the beginning. Think free group lessons with our qualified snowsports instructors, discounts of up to 40% at our food, rental and retail outlets, employee recognition programs, staff events, training, wellness programs and more!
As a Race & Events Outdoor Operations Assistant you will play a central role in the execution and maintenance of our outstanding race and event venues. Manage safe environments that ensure an unforgettable experience for our guests and contribute to the success of a diverse range of events, which may include night spectacles, Australian Interschools competitions, and various National and International level alpine and freestyle events. Based in Perisher, Falls Creek, or Hotham you may be asked to travel to another of our resorts to assist with large-scale events.
In a Typical Day In This Role, You Might
Snowsports Ability Description
Beginner - A skier learning for the first time, starting to link turns or beginning to navigate easy intermediate terrain (not quite parallel turns for skiers).
Intermediate - A skier who is confident and able to navigate intermediate terrain consistently linking turns (parallel turns for skiers).
Advanced Intermediate - A skier who athletically rides steep intermediate and advance terrain, with dynamic carved turns in a variety of turns shapes.
Advanced - An experienced skier who conquers any challenge on the mountain, with the ability to ride all types of advance terrain with ease, including black runs, off-piste, icy and bumpy conditions.
Additional Information
Please be advised that advanced skiing is a daily requirement for this role, and we prioritise candidates with strong skiing abilities. Snowboarding candidates are unlikely to progress in the application process unless they also possess advanced skiing skills or significant prior experience in Racing and Events.
Employment in our Race & Events team varies depending on the resort and employee availability. To identify your seasonal availability, you will be able to let us know in your application which option best suits you. Unlimited availability suggests team members will be able to commit to working up to 6 days per week for the duration of the winter season. Limited availability suggests team members will be able to commit at least the minimum availabilities as described for each resort.
Limited Availability Expectations For Each Resort
Falls Creek and Mount Hotham Snowsports Instructing
Race & Events team members employed in Falls Creek and Mount Hotham will be expected to hold or complete an APSI Alpine Level 1 Instructor qualification (or international equivalent) to be able to assist the Snowsports school during high business demand. The Snowsports school will cover the cost of your course and exam fees, if required of your role, making this one of the most affordable instructor qualifications in the world. The associated costs may include purchase of an APSI Alpine Manual and Membership package. This is not a requirement of Perisher employed team members.
To support your application, please provide the following documentation where relevant/applicable:
At Vail Resorts Australia one of our core values is Be Inclusive.
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. If you require assistance to apply, interview or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact us at human.resources@vailresorts.com.au
Join our team and experience the outdoors like never before. Your adventure starts now.
Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts delivers an Experience of a Lifetime to our guests and our employees. You’re brave, ambitious and passionate and we want you on our team. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.
The perks start with a free lift pass, but as a Vail Resorts Australia employee, that’s just the beginning. Think free group lessons with our qualified snowsports instructors, discounts of up to 40% at our food, rental and retail outlets, employee recognition programs, staff events, training, wellness programs and more!
As a Race & Events Outdoor Operations Assistant you will play a central role in the execution and maintenance of our outstanding race and event venues. Manage safe environments that ensure an unforgettable experience for our guests and contribute to the success of a diverse range of events, which may include night spectacles, Australian Interschools competitions, and various National and International level alpine and freestyle events. Based in Perisher, Falls Creek, or Hotham you may be asked to travel to another of our resorts to assist with large-scale events.
In a Typical Day In This Role, You Might
- Manage and maintain Race & Events locations and courses by installing fencing, safety netting, timing equipment, alongside course setting, maintenance, and re-stocking to provide high-quality venues for our guests.
- Operate and maintain timing systems to accurately record race results and calculations.
- Use your advanced skiing and practical skills, to identify and minimise risks within competition and training venues.
- Work closely with your team and other departments to promote a positive guest experience.
- Advanced Skiing ability to be able to ski in all conditions - Please see our Snowsports ability description below.
- Possess physical fitness to frequently lift, carry and ski with 20 kg of equipment and be able to work outside in inclement weather for 8 hours per day.
- A background in Snowsports competition experience, as a athlete, participant, coach or volunteer. (Desirable)
- Experience in Alpine or Freestyle event environments, such as volunteering, events official, timing and calculations, course setting or judging. (Desirable)
- Excellent communication skills, with experience in guest service, a high attention to detail and a strong regard for workplace health and safety.
- Demonstrate our core Values - Have Fun, Be Inclusive, Be Safe, Do Good, Serve Others, Drive Value and Do Right
- Provide an experience that creates a desire for our guests to return
- Be punctual, reliable and show up for work with an enthusiastic attitude and embrace all parts of your job
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with fellow workmates, showing respect to your peers and supervisors
Snowsports Ability Description
Beginner - A skier learning for the first time, starting to link turns or beginning to navigate easy intermediate terrain (not quite parallel turns for skiers).
Intermediate - A skier who is confident and able to navigate intermediate terrain consistently linking turns (parallel turns for skiers).
Advanced Intermediate - A skier who athletically rides steep intermediate and advance terrain, with dynamic carved turns in a variety of turns shapes.
Advanced - An experienced skier who conquers any challenge on the mountain, with the ability to ride all types of advance terrain with ease, including black runs, off-piste, icy and bumpy conditions.
Additional Information
Please be advised that advanced skiing is a daily requirement for this role, and we prioritise candidates with strong skiing abilities. Snowboarding candidates are unlikely to progress in the application process unless they also possess advanced skiing skills or significant prior experience in Racing and Events.
Employment in our Race & Events team varies depending on the resort and employee availability. To identify your seasonal availability, you will be able to let us know in your application which option best suits you. Unlimited availability suggests team members will be able to commit to working up to 6 days per week for the duration of the winter season. Limited availability suggests team members will be able to commit at least the minimum availabilities as described for each resort.
Limited Availability Expectations For Each Resort
- Perisher - As agreed in consultation with the Race & Events or Snowsports School Senior Manager prior to Winter.
- Falls Creek - As agreed in consultation with the Race & Events or Snowsports School Senior Manager prior to Winter.
- Hotham - As agreed in consultation with the Race & Events or Snowsports School Senior Manager prior to Winter.
Falls Creek and Mount Hotham Snowsports Instructing
Race & Events team members employed in Falls Creek and Mount Hotham will be expected to hold or complete an APSI Alpine Level 1 Instructor qualification (or international equivalent) to be able to assist the Snowsports school during high business demand. The Snowsports school will cover the cost of your course and exam fees, if required of your role, making this one of the most affordable instructor qualifications in the world. The associated costs may include purchase of an APSI Alpine Manual and Membership package. This is not a requirement of Perisher employed team members.
To support your application, please provide the following documentation where relevant/applicable:
- Certificates/Qualifications
- Membership Licenses
- Employment Evidence
- Written Reference Letters (or provide two contactable referee's)
At Vail Resorts Australia one of our core values is Be Inclusive.
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. If you require assistance to apply, interview or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact us at human.resources@vailresorts.com.au
Join our team and experience the outdoors like never before. Your adventure starts now.
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