Summer Operations Outdoor Team Leader

We are seeking an Outdoor Lead with a fun-loving personality and an affinity for operating machinery safely who can multi-task and lead a team with a smile on their face. If this sounds like you then read on! This is a seasonal position, reporting to the Summer Operations Manager.  

About the role 

• Assist the Summer Ops Manager in the smooth safe operation of lifts and outdoor operations
• Multi-task, problem solve and work well under pressure
• Actively work in the operation - assisting guests on and off chairlifts safely, checking passes, managing queues, operating lift machinery, assisting with car park duties
• Perform pre-start checks and shutdown of the lift
• Organize daily outdoor schedule
• Work with maintenance to ensure lift is working correctly
• End of day cleaning and pack down
• Motivate and develop the staff to embrace leadership 

About You 

• You will lead and develop the team, ensuring that safe, fun and world-class service is delivered for both our staff and our guests
• You will bring strong organisational skills paired with a practical and innovative approach to problem solving and task management.
• Proven ability to work under pressure in a team environment
• High levels of energy and the ability to quickly build a rapport with all guests and staff, coupled with strong leadership skills
• Health & safety conscious and a good record in this area
• Comfortable working outside in variable conditions, and available for early shifts as required
• Ideally have a high interest or be an active mountain biker
• Be keen in developing new skills as our team members will be working across several tasks and be 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
• Basic computer and administration skills
• Clean driving record
• Working knowledge of ski area equipment and a sound mechanical background is an advantage 

Further Information

• This role will commence in early December and run until April 2025