We Are Hiring!

To do this we need to hear from you. At Porters, our guests are at the centre of everything we do. They expect the very best when it comes to safety, snow conditions and customer service.

We employ around 80 team members during the winter season, which runs from late June to late September. We also have part-time positions for the July school holidays and weekends.

You will be part of a close, hardworking team here at Porters and although the work can be challenging on occasions, you will have plenty of time to learn or improve your ski and/or snowboarding skills as well as joining us in some great social events.

Who are we looking for when we employ a team?

We are looking for a team that is dedicated to delivering a great guest experience. You will be part of a small, hardworking team. You need to have a great attitude, be energetic and positive, be able to work under pressure, love the outdoors and its challenging environment. We will do our best to ensure your time with us leaves you with some great memories and some new skills.

Our anticipated opening day is the 28th of June, 2024 with staff training commencing Monday, 24th of June. Please note* Some positions may start earlier. The season runs late June to late September.

How do I apply for a Position?

We only accept applications via email to: admin@skiporters.co.nz

Please include a cover letter with your current curriculum vitae. Additionally, please state if you want a full-time or part-time position, part-time means weekend and holidays only.

Also, please let us know if you are applying with a partner or travelling with someone else who is also applying.

For Groomer Operators & Snow Safety Officers, we may be able to provide a work visa. All other positions need to obtain a working holiday visa before we can consider the application (does not apply to NZ or Australian residents).

Further Employment Details

Working Holiday Visas

Citizens of the following countries can apply for a 12-month working holiday visa:

UK; Japan; Canada; Ireland; Netherlands; France; Germany; Italy; Sweden; Chile; Japan; Malaysia; Korea; Singapore; Hong Kong; Czech Republic, Argentina; Belgium; Denmark; Finland; Malta; Taiwan; USA; Uruguay.

The visas can be applied for through the New Zealand Embassy of your country. Note that the visa must be applied for in your home country – working holiday visas are not issued once you are in New Zealand.

For further information on visas for New Zealand please refer to the New Zealand Immigration Service website www.immigration.govt.nz.

Pay Rates

Pay rates start from $23.15 per hour but of course this varies depending on position and experience. Hours of work and length of employment can vary with weather and snow conditions. We only employ people who can make a commitment for the entire season. During the peak season most full-time employees can expect to work 5-6 days per week and 35-40 hours.

Accommodation & Transport

We will find suitable accommodations for all seasonal staff members in the local area as required. Transport is provided to and from the ski area from Springfield & Sheffield.

Your Application

Due to the large number of applications, we are only able to reply to applicants who are suitable and we have vacancies for.