Mountain Employment - Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the winter season in New Zealand?

• Our season usually extends from June to October, weather and conditions permitting. Prospective employees need to be available to work from late May to late October.
• If you are only available for some of this time we will accept your application though make sure you let us know when you can work.
  
  

When do you start/finish recruiting?

• We will accept online applications for Snowsports Instructor positions at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt from February 2010.
• All other departments will be advertised from March 2010 onwards.
• Closing dates vary by position.
• You will receive a confirmation once your application has been accepted.
• You will be contacted by NZSki after the online recruitment closes
• Keep an eye on the Apply Online section of our employment pages for additional details.

What are the starting dates for the 2010 winter season?

• Coronet Peak will open TBC
• Mt Hutt will open TBC
• The Remarkables will open TBC

How do I get a work visa?

• For details on work visa please view the New Zealand Immigration website at www.immigration.govt.nz

I’m an Australian citizen/resident do I need a work visa to get a job in New Zealand?

• No. Australian citizens and residents are legally entitled to work in New Zealand

Is staff accommodation available?

• No. We do not have any staff accommodation in either Queenstown or Methven. However, there are plenty of options available in both towns. For further information on accommodation and general information on both areas visit the sites listed below

Queenstown	Methven
www.qac.co.nz	www.ashfirstnat.co.nz
www.resortrentals.co.nz	www.ashburton.co.nz
www.scene.co.nz	www.mthuttvillage.co.nz
www.queenstown.com	www.methveninfo.co.nz

Is there staff transport to and from the mountain?

• Yes. Each rostered working day you can take staff transport to and from the mountain

Where is it better to live: Queenstown or Methven?
OR work: Coronet Peak, The Remarkables or Mt Hutt?

• Firstly, do your research – have a look on the internet and see what others have to say. There is no doubt that the towns and mountains are different, but one is not better than the other – it all depends on what you are looking for. Each place and mountain has it’s own benefits that could suit your lifestyle, skills and experience

Will my ski/snowboard instructor qualifications (e.g. BASI, CSIA, PSIA, and APSI) from overseas be recognised?

• Generally yes. It would always be a good idea to check this with New Zealand Immigration, but if your qualification is internationally recognised it should be recognised in New Zealand

Do you conduct phone interviews?

• The majority of our interviews are face-to-face, however phone interviews are sometimes arranged

What are my chances of getting a job?

• The ski areas are highly sought after winter playgrounds and we receive many more applications than vacancies. Therefore, selection for jobs is a competitive process so we cannot realistically judge who may gain employment in advance
• Selection is on merit and not first-come-first-served. All applications received by the closing date/s will be considered

Can I email my CV directly to you or earlier than usual?

• No. Please only send your details via the Apply Online system
• Early applications via email will not be considered. In fairness to all candidates we have a set period of time for recruitment

If you have any questions that are not answered for you on this site please feel free to ask us at hr@nzski.com