Lift Mechanic

Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. 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.

About the Role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Head of Department, the primary role will be the maintenance of our Arial Ropeways and Surface lift Conveyors. This consist of 3 detachable chair lifts, 1 fixed grip and 4 conveyor carpets. As a secondary duty you will be expected to help with the maintenance on our vehicle fleet. This consists of Pisten Bully Groomers, Loader, Digger, Telehandler, Trucks, Utes, Side by Sides and Skidoos. Also, you will have the freedom to get involved in general base building and ski area maintenance.

About You:

• Good at problem solving

• A positive and proactive attitude

• Able to see the bigger picture and respond accordingly

• Ability to get the job done and work under pressure

• Pride in your work

• Love of the outdoors

Skills and Qualifications:

• Mechanical Engineering or Fabrication background or similar, with NZ recognised Trade Cert’s or Qualified Diesel mechanic or equivalent

• Hold a NZ driving licence

• Have knowledge of hydraulic, mechanical and 24vDC electrical systems repairs

• Experience with heavy industrial equipment would be advantageous

• Working at heights and rigging qualifications would be advantageous

Location: The Remarkables Ski Area

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Roster: 4 days on, 3 days off, 40 hours a week.

• Summer: Usually Monday through Thursday but can vary with project coverage

• Winter roster: Same three days off but must have flexibility on work week as we are a 7-day operation.

Benefits of the role:

• Ability to set your own workflow and interact with all the other departments.

• Staff transport

• Health Insurance

• Free ski pass and mountain bike pass for you and your partner

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)