At Porters, 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. Over the summer Porters Lodge employs a small team from November to April.
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. You will be part of a close, hardworking team here at Porters. 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.
Porters Lodge is looking for a new head chef to jump in from mid/end of December as our current Head Chef takes off for their next adventure. You will become a part of a small and fun team who loves the life in the mountains and works hard to develop our lodge. We are looking for someone who has good experience of working in kitchens and is confident in running the show independently.
Send your CV & cover letter to: lodgemanager@skiporters.co.nz
As the mountain bike shuttle driver your responsibility is to provide a safe and enjoyable shuttle service for our customers. Shuttle destinations are usually up Mt Cheeseman or Craigieburn roads. Requirements for the job: P-licence and previous experience of driving a commercial vehicle in challenging conditions. The job is part-time, on demand as per MTB shuttle bookings come in. We offer the MTB shuttle service Wed-Sun until the end of April or as conditions permit. Start time: end of December or beginning of January.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
· Providing safe and professional shuttle service for customers to their destinations.
· Maintains shuttle vehicle operation and clean appearance.
· Ensuring courteous and informative customer service.
· Loading and unloading of customer bikes.
· Providing information about the area and MTB trails to customers.
Send your cover letter & CV to: lodgemanager@skiporters.co.nz
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 great memories and new skills.
How do I apply for a Position?
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.