Our team is passionate about our mountain and our people. If you thrive on the satisfaction of great customer care, being on the ball, being on time, are ready for a life-changing challenge and the chance to be part of a power-team – let’s talk! Mt Buller promises an ‘office’ like no other and yes, skiing and boarding is part of the experience with a season pass just one of the perks of working with us.
Mt Buller has more than 300 hectares of spectacular skiable terrain including more than 80kms of groomed trails. Our ski runs are groomed and maintained by a dedicated and experienced crew who pride themselves on delivering the best possible skiing and boarding conditions to our guests.
Buller Ski Lifts (BSL) operates a large fleet of snow grooming machines, and this winter, we are looking for Groomer operators like you who understand the importance of delivering a high-quality product to guests in an efficient and safe manner. You will need to be hardworking, self-motivated, and prepared to work night shifts. Availability from mid-June to late September is required. As a member of the Grooming Team, you will be responsible for producing and maintaining a top-quality snow product to ensure our guests have the best possible mountain experience.
Sponsored visas are available for suitably qualified candidates.
Your responsibilities will include:
- You will be responsible for maintaining an grooming snow runs throughout the resort
- Operate machinery safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all company policies and procedures
- Rebuild runs each night to maintain quality
- work on special events and projects, such as mogul and race courses, jumps, and repair projects
- Collaborate closely with the snowmaking team to push out snow whales and doze snow, ensuring even depth across runs
- Manage the shaping, placement, contouring, and flattening of the snow surface under various weather and snow conditions
- Adjust and change equipment attachments as necessary to match snow conditions and circumstances
- Understand and learn how to use SnowSat systems to enhance the grooming process
We’re looking for people with:
- Previous winter resort /outdoor work experience
- Previous heavy equipment or machinery operator experience
- Mechanical aptitude
- Previous skiing/snowboarding experience (not essential)
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work outdoors in different weather extremes whilst still maintaining a friendly and positive disposition
- Willingness to perform shift work
- Understanding of effective snow management techniques
- Safety awareness
- Operators must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid current driver’s license
- Prior snow grooming experience optimal
Grooming and Snowmaking equipment operating at Mt Buller:
- All Pisten Bully machines
- Snowsat snow depth system
- SMI and Techno Alpine Snowmaking systems
- SF220 & SF100 Snow Factories
What you’ll get in return:
The experience of a lift time, the opportunity to learn and grow, working in a world-class resort while enjoying the stunning scenery and outdoor lifestyle that Mount Buller offers.
Salary and Benefits:
- Starting payrate casual: $37.79 up to $44.45, pending previous experience (Rate subject to increase inline with FWC 1st July 2025)
- On mountain staff accommodation $182.00pw
- Free of charge Seasons Pass
- Free of charge Ski and Snowboard Class Lessons (Subject to availability)
- 10% Discount on Ski and Snowboard Private Lessons
- 20% Discount on Full Retail and Rentals at Buller Sports Stores
- 20% Discount on Food and Beverage at Buller Hospitality Outlets
- Use of BSL Staff Bu
You work and play hard. Fresh snow gets your heart pumping. Us too. We are single-minded about delivering the best possible mountain experiences for our guests and our team. We will deliver training, opportunity and support and invite you to join us. Together – let’s make a difference, make some turns and make memories.