Roads - Bus Driver
Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at a ski field - it’s a lifestyle, seasonal work is a rollercoaster but it’s one that creates lasting memories that you’ll talk about for a lifetime.
Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our awesome customer service, first-class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.
This is a role that will require you to greet our staff in Methven and transport them in a safe, friendly and informative manner to and from our Ski Area. Additionally, you will shuttle guests (and their gear) around our car parks, as well as assist the rest of the Roads Department with their daily duties.
This is a varied and autonomous role that would suit anyone who enjoys interacting with guests as well as holding the relevant licenses.
About the Role
- responsible for transporting staff to/from Methven to the Ski Area daily, as well as transporting our guests from the lower car parks to the base area and back again at the end of the day
- driving in a manner to maximise fuel efficiency and guest comfort
- safe and courteous driving practices at all times
- loading all skis and snowboards on the ski racks for the guests to a safe and secure standard
- adherence to schedules/timetables
- assist with bus loading as required
- respond to weather and road conditions
- deliver friendly and engaging service to all guests of Mt Hutt
- efficient snow chain fitting, removal and correct storage
- proper management of customer complaints and queries
- clear, concise & timely two-way radio communications
- bus start-up checks and procedures completed correctly each morning
- other duties may include car parking, road patrolling, snow gritting/clearing and assisting guests with their snow chains
- assisting other departments, such as Food and Beverage, as required
About You
- to perform in this role effectively, you will need to exceed our guests' expectations with personable hosting and professional driving standards
- this job can often be physically demanding and requires a reasonable level of fitness
- willing to assist in other departments and take on additional duties 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
- a valid NZ driver's licence, class 2 licence and P endorsement must be obtained prior to commencement of employment
- proven light vehicle, loader and truck driving skills on snow and ice would be an advantage
As Kaitiaki of the mountains we have an enduring commitment to our environment, people, and communities to ensure they benefit from our presence and as proud supporters of Winter Pride we’ve pledged to continue to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Uniform for all roles is provided (just bring your own base layers)
A few other reasons to join our Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt crew:
- 3 Peak winter season pass (Full Time crew)
- Discounted day passes at other ski areas
- Transport to/from mountains.
- Fantastic wellbeing support for all staff
- Nutritional hot crew meals each day (Discounted)
- Discounts at many local eateries, bars, breweries and retail outlets
- Discounts on mountain
- Regularly organised social activities off mountain
- Cool recognition programmes with prizes
- Earn and learn – free ski lessons (Full Time crew)
Other details
- Job Family Default
- Pay Type Hourly
- Mt Hutt Station Road, Mt Hutt, Methven 7730, New Zealand