Ski Season Jobs for Backpackers

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Hotel & Bar Assistant Manager - Live In Position

Oz Snow

Thredbo, New South Wales

Our hotel sits at the base of Mt. Kosciuszko in the village of Thredbo - an all year round resort offering mountain biking and hiking in the summer months, and snow...

14d ago

Our hotel sits at the base of Mt. Kosciuszko in the village of Thredbo - an all year round resort offering mountain biking and hiking in the summer months, and snow...

Farm Hand

Neville Olivia Nugent Family Trust

Corryong, Victoria

A successful family-owned dairy farm in the upper Murray region on the NSW/VIC border. This picturesque and productive property borders both the Murray and Swampy...

1mth ago

A successful family-owned dairy farm in the upper Murray region on the NSW/VIC border. This picturesque and productive property borders both the Murray and Swampy...

Manager/management Couple Will Sponsor The Right Canidate/s. You Could Call...

Tinkersfield

Crackenback, New South Wales

We are looking for a housekeeping/resort manager or couple. For the right candidate/s, we would offer sponsorship after a trial period. If you are dreaming of...

1mth ago

We are looking for a housekeeping/resort manager or couple. For the right candidate/s, we would offer sponsorship after a trial period. If you are dreaming of...

Summer In The Mountains Position - Hospitality All Rounder

Oz Snow

Thredbo, New South Wales

We have openings to work in Thredbo for the Summer Mountain Bike and Hiking Season.The hotel is open throughout the summer housing guests that visit Thredbo to...

2mth ago

We have openings to work in Thredbo for the Summer Mountain Bike and Hiking Season.The hotel is open throughout the summer housing guests that visit Thredbo to...

Carpenter/builder Landscaper

Tinkersfield

Crackenback, New South Wales

We are finishing off a building project and require a carpenter to finish off the finer details We can supply accommodation. The work will last approximately 3 to 6...

2mth ago

We are finishing off a building project and require a carpenter to finish off the finer details We can supply accommodation. The work will last approximately 3 to 6...

Look For Ski Hire Tech For Winter 2023

Sponars Chalet

Perisher Valley, New South Wales

- Basic understand on both Ski and Snowboard- Understand how to assemble Ski and snowboard Gears- Fluent English- Alpine Award Casual Level 1 Salary- Free use...

4mth ago

- Basic understand on both Ski and Snowboard- Understand how to assemble Ski and snowboard Gears- Fluent English- Alpine Award Casual Level 1 Salary- Free use...

Look For Bar Tender For Snowy Mountain Chalet

Sponars Chalet

Perisher Valley, New South Wales

- Bar tender who have experience for more than 6 months- Have a valid RSA- Remuneration: Alpine award Casual Level 1- Fun environment to work, have snow onsite,...

4mth ago

- Bar tender who have experience for more than 6 months- Have a valid RSA- Remuneration: Alpine award Casual Level 1- Fun environment to work, have snow onsite,...

Casual Cook

Alpine Resort Motel

Jindabyne, New South Wales

Casual Cook PositionAbout usSponars Chalet is a popular and busy Winter Destination in Perisher Valley. It is the first hotel in Perisher Valley since 1909....

5mth ago

Casual Cook PositionAbout usSponars Chalet is a popular and busy Winter Destination in Perisher Valley. It is the first hotel in Perisher Valley since 1909....

 

Get an Internation Student Visa

Free Course Consulation

Want to stay longer in Australia? Convert your working holiday to an International Student Visa (subclass 500). Get a free student consultation to get the best advice on which course, where to study and how much it costs.

Want to stay longer in Australia? Convert your working holiday to an International Student Visa (subclass 500). Get a free student consultation to get the best advice on which course, where to study and how much it costs.

 

Thredbo Winter Season 2023, Seeking Hospitality Professionals

Central Road 2625

Thredbo, New South Wales

CHEFS, KITCHENHANDS and BARISTA ALLROUNDERSCentral Road 2625 restaurant Thredbo is located in the Snowy Mountains, Australia's most Premiere Ski Resort.We...

5mth ago

CHEFS, KITCHENHANDS and BARISTA ALLROUNDERSCentral Road 2625 restaurant Thredbo is located in the Snowy Mountains, Australia's most Premiere Ski Resort.We...

Selwyn Snow Resort - Bus Driver

Selwyn Snow Resort

Kiandra, New South Wales

BUS DRIVER WANTED - SELWYN SNOW RESORTSelwyn Snow Resort is looking for a Bus Driver to transport Selwyn staff between Talbingo - Selwyn (return) daily....

6mth ago

BUS DRIVER WANTED - SELWYN SNOW RESORTSelwyn Snow Resort is looking for a Bus Driver to transport Selwyn staff between Talbingo - Selwyn (return) daily....

Farm Hand

Neville Olivia Nugent Family Trust

Corryong, New South Wales

A successful family-owned dairy farm in the upper Murray region on the NSW/VIC border. This picturesque and productive property borders both the Murray and Swampy...

6mth ago

A successful family-owned dairy farm in the upper Murray region on the NSW/VIC border. This picturesque and productive property borders both the Murray and Swampy...

Property Maintenance/handy Man

Mohanji Foundation Australia

Walpole, Margaret River

Greetings! We are delighted to welcome you to the Mohanji Centre of Benevolence, where we offer a unique opportunity to work and contribute to our mission of creating...

6mth ago

Greetings! We are delighted to welcome you to the Mohanji Centre of Benevolence, where we offer a unique opportunity to work and contribute to our mission of creating...

Snow Ski / Snowboard Retail And Rental Store Assistants

SX Snow

Caringbah, Sydney

Snow Ski /Snowboard Retail and Rental Store Assistants are needed for this winter season in our store located in Caringbah. (May through to end September)Full time...

6mth ago

Snow Ski /Snowboard Retail and Rental Store Assistants are needed for this winter season in our store located in Caringbah. (May through to end September)Full time...

Gardening Help For Free Accomodation In Beautiful Jervis Bay

Wechsler

falls creek, NSW, South Coast

Hello!My partner and I live on an 8 acre property in Falls Creek near Huskisson and Nowra.It's a beautiful area surrounded by national parks and white sand...

6mth ago

Hello!My partner and I live on an 8 acre property in Falls Creek near Huskisson and Nowra.It's a beautiful area surrounded by national parks and white sand...

 

Tax Refund Calculator - Claim Your Tax Back

Working Holiday Tax Calculator

The average backpacker tax refund is $2,600. The Australia tax year ends in June. Calculate your tax refund using our quick online tool.

The average backpacker tax refund is $2,600. The Australia tax year ends in June. Calculate your tax refund using our quick online tool.

Salesperson/online Sales/snow Rental

STM Snow Surf Skate

Bondi Junction, Sydney

We have a position available on a part time basis 2-3 days per week with it eventually being a more permanent position as we get into the core winter months (June -...

8mth ago

We have a position available on a part time basis 2-3 days per week with it eventually being a more permanent position as we get into the core winter months (June -...

Duty Manager / Assistant Manager - 2ic

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4.5-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and...

8mth ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4.5-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and...

Mt Buller - Seasonal Winter Full Time Chefs And Kitchen Staff

Arlberg Hotel

Mt Buller, Victoria, Victoria

MT BULLER - Seasonal winter Full Time Chefs and Kitchen staff.Chefs and kitchen staff wanted at a new gastro-pub in Mt Buller! We are hiring now for the ski...

8mth ago

MT BULLER - Seasonal winter Full Time Chefs and Kitchen staff.Chefs and kitchen staff wanted at a new gastro-pub in Mt Buller! We are hiring now for the ski...

Winter Apartment Cleaners

Rotorazzi Services

Mansfield and Mt Buller, Victoria

Mt Buller Ski Season JobsRunning from April - October 2023 we have numerous rolls for cleaners. Experience preferred however a positive attitude and willingness to...

8mth ago

Mt Buller Ski Season JobsRunning from April - October 2023 we have numerous rolls for cleaners. Experience preferred however a positive attitude and willingness to...

 

Look For Snow Season 2023 Housekeepers, Bartender, Kitchen Hand, Ski Hire Tech,

Sponars Chalet

Jindabyne, New South Wales

We have 2 properties across the road from each other: Alpine Resort Motel and Acacia Snowy Motel Jindabyne.We are looking for some easy going, relaxed fun people...

We have 2 properties across the road from each other: Alpine Resort Motel and Acacia Snowy Motel Jindabyne.We are looking for some easy going, relaxed fun people...

Chef/cook- Lodge Falls Creek

Witty Snow Business P/L

Falls Creek, Victoria

Chef/Cook required for the ski season. June-1st Oct.We are currently searching for a chef/cook to prepare breakfasts and dinner for our in-house guests. Great...

10mth ago

Chef/Cook required for the ski season. June-1st Oct.We are currently searching for a chef/cook to prepare breakfasts and dinner for our in-house guests. Great...

 

Housekeepers

Jo's Complete Clean

Jindabyne, South Coast

Now Hiring For Winter (June - October and beyond)Jo's Complete Clean (JCC) is based in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. JCC looks after a large portfolio of prestigious...

Now Hiring For Winter (June - October and beyond)Jo's Complete Clean (JCC) is based in the Snowy Mountains of NSW. JCC looks after a large portfolio of prestigious...

Air Bnb Cleaning Staff Winter 2023!!!!!!!!!!

MUMSLIFECLEANING

Jindabyne, New South Wales

#MUMSLIFECLEANING is a rapidly growing locally owned and operated family business servicing Air BnB's in the Jindabyne area and we are looking to fill a number of...

11mth ago

#MUMSLIFECLEANING is a rapidly growing locally owned and operated family business servicing Air BnB's in the Jindabyne area and we are looking to fill a number of...

Bars Staff & Cleaners

Jenkins Hotels Pty Ltd

Khancoban, New South Wales

The Khancoban Alpine Inn is located at the western entrance to Kosciuszko National Park within the Snowy Valleys LGA.The venue is seeking bar staff (experience not...

1yr+ ago

The Khancoban Alpine Inn is located at the western entrance to Kosciuszko National Park within the Snowy Valleys LGA.The venue is seeking bar staff (experience not...

Cook Or Chef

Jenkins Hotels Pty Ltd

Khancoban, New South Wales

The Khancoban Alpine Inn is located at the western entrance to Kosciuszko National Park within the Snowy Valleys LGA.The venue is seeking the services of a competent...

1yr+ ago

The Khancoban Alpine Inn is located at the western entrance to Kosciuszko National Park within the Snowy Valleys LGA.The venue is seeking the services of a competent...

Painters, Carpenters, Laborer's Skilled Or Not Training Available.

Southpac pl

THREDBO, New South Wales

SOUTHPAC BUILDERS THREDBOWe are looking for Fun hardworking Travellers to join our summer team in Australia's Premier Alpine Resort. We are based up here and you...

1yr+ ago

SOUTHPAC BUILDERS THREDBOWe are looking for Fun hardworking Travellers to join our summer team in Australia's Premier Alpine Resort. We are based up here and you...

 

Chef / Cook - Thredbo Alpine Hotel - Accommodation Available

Thredbo Alpine Hotel

Thredbo, New South Wales

Sponsorship opportunities available for qualified and experience applicants. Work and play at Australia's Alpine Playground! Do you love mountain biking and hiking in...

Sponsorship opportunities available for qualified and experience applicants. Work and play at Australia's Alpine Playground! Do you love mountain biking and hiking in...

Cellar Door / Housekeeping /nanny

Monkey Rock Winery and Cider

Denmark, Western Australia

Positions available from April.We are looking for someone who is interested in doing a range of different jobs including working in our cellar door,...

1yr+ ago

Positions available from April.We are looking for someone who is interested in doing a range of different jobs including working in our cellar door,...

 

Shi Hire Team Wanted

Sponars Chalet

perisher valley, New South Wales

Sponars is hiring staff . We have a couple of ski hire team and kitchen hand or waitressing positions available. You must be willing to work a minimum 38-hour week...

Sponars is hiring staff . We have a couple of ski hire team and kitchen hand or waitressing positions available. You must be willing to work a minimum 38-hour week...

Farm Hand

Ian McGufficke

Jindabyne, New South Wales

Want to SNOWBOARD and SKI this winter while you work? Come to the pristine Snowy Mountains in Australia's premier tourist resort region.We are looking for a...

1yr+ ago

Want to SNOWBOARD and SKI this winter while you work? Come to the pristine Snowy Mountains in Australia's premier tourist resort region.We are looking for a...

House Keepers

Altitude Accommodation

Mount Hotham, Victoria

Come and spend a season in the beautiful Victorian Snow Fields. House Keeping jobs 30 - 40 hours per week with plenty of time to learn to ski or snowboard.

1yr+ ago

Come and spend a season in the beautiful Victorian Snow Fields. House Keeping jobs 30 - 40 hours per week with plenty of time to learn to ski or snowboard.

 

Housekeeping / Laundry / Food & Beverage & Hotel All Rounder

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

MANSFIELD, Victoria

About the business and the roleMt BullerThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country...

About the business and the roleMt BullerThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country...

Bar And Bistro Attendants

Snow Goose Hotel

Adaminaby, New South Wales

We are looking for fun, energetic and positive people to join our team at the Snow Goose Hotel.The Hotel has a front and back bar, bistro, bottle shop, gaming...

1yr+ ago

We are looking for fun, energetic and positive people to join our team at the Snow Goose Hotel.The Hotel has a front and back bar, bistro, bottle shop, gaming...

Food & Beverage Attendant

Rydges Sydney Airport

Mascot, Sydney

Rydges Sydney Airport is a 4.5 star hotel located at the Sydney International Airport is one of the most booked hotel in Australia pre-Covid and will be post-Covid....

1yr+ ago

Rydges Sydney Airport is a 4.5 star hotel located at the Sydney International Airport is one of the most booked hotel in Australia pre-Covid and will be post-Covid....

Housekeeping Supervisor

Rydges Sydney Airport

Mascot, NSW 2020, Sydney

Rydges Sydney Airport - Housekeeping SupervisorTo ensure that the rooms are cleaned and available for our guests as soon as possible, enabling our Guests to feel...

1yr+ ago

Rydges Sydney Airport - Housekeeping SupervisorTo ensure that the rooms are cleaned and available for our guests as soon as possible, enabling our Guests to feel...

 

Room Attendant

Rydges Sydney Airport

Mascot, Sydney

About the businessRydges Sydney Airport is a 4.5 star 318 room hotel located at Sydney International Airport. Recognised as the most booked hotel in Australia we...

About the businessRydges Sydney Airport is a 4.5 star 318 room hotel located at Sydney International Airport. Recognised as the most booked hotel in Australia we...

Housekeeping / Resort All Rounder

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

2yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

Seeking Housekeeper

Pump Hill Farm

Pemberton, Perth

Hello!We are looking for a housekeeper to help us at our fourteen cottage farm stay about an hour and a half from Bunbury in Pemberton.The perfect candidate...

2yr+ ago

Hello!We are looking for a housekeeper to help us at our fourteen cottage farm stay about an hour and a half from Bunbury in Pemberton.The perfect candidate...

Housekeeping Staff

No Mess with Ness

Jindabyne, New South Wales

No Mess with Ness is a premium cleaning company in the Snowy Mountains we require Housekeeping Staff for 2021 winter ski season. Can start immediately. No experience...

2yr+ ago

No Mess with Ness is a premium cleaning company in the Snowy Mountains we require Housekeeping Staff for 2021 winter ski season. Can start immediately. No experience...

Front Of House/ Hotel All Rounders For Iconic High Country Hotel

The Snowline Hotel

Harrietville, Victoria

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

2yr+ ago

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

 

Kitchenhand/apprentice Wanted For Popular High Country Hotel

The Snowline Hotel

Harrietville, Victoria

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

 

Sales Executive

Signature Media

Chatswood, New South Wales

LOVE TRAVEL? LOVE TO SELL? JOIN AUSTRALIA'S LEADING TRAVEL PUBLISHER!Excellent salary + commission scheme. Full-time position.Are you a highly motivated...

LOVE TRAVEL? LOVE TO SELL? JOIN AUSTRALIA'S LEADING TRAVEL PUBLISHER!Excellent salary + commission scheme. Full-time position.Are you a highly motivated...

Head Chef - Ski Season

New Chef

Mount Hotham, Victoria

We looking for hard working Head Chef for this winter season to work in busy Hotel in Mount Hotham.Accommodation on mountain with the slopes out the back door of...

2yr+ ago

We looking for hard working Head Chef for this winter season to work in busy Hotel in Mount Hotham.Accommodation on mountain with the slopes out the back door of...

Hotel Reception & Tour Coordinator

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

Hotel Reception & Tour CoordinatorThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and...

2yr+ ago

Hotel Reception & Tour CoordinatorThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and...

Chefs/cooks

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

2yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

Sales Executive

Signature Media

Chatswood, Sydney

LOVE TRAVEL? LOVE TO SELL? JOIN AUSTRALIA'S LEADING TRAVEL PUBLISHER!Excellent salary + commission scheme. Full-time position.Are you a highly motivated...

2yr+ ago

LOVE TRAVEL? LOVE TO SELL? JOIN AUSTRALIA'S LEADING TRAVEL PUBLISHER!Excellent salary + commission scheme. Full-time position.Are you a highly motivated...

Assistant Venue Manager

The Snowline Hotel

Harrietville, Victoria

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

2yr+ ago

Come and experience Victoria’s High Country and work in our Hotel & Motel. Only 3.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Alpine National Park our town...

Housekeeping Supervisor

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

2yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

Housekeeping / Hotel All Rounder

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

2yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only a...

Unique Au Pair Job That Allows You To Travel!

White

Canowindra, New South Wales

Dear aupairs,*Looking for someone already in Australia.• Short term spot until the boarders open - May until borders open.This is a very unique opportunity....

3yr+ ago

Dear aupairs,*Looking for someone already in Australia.• Short term spot until the boarders open - May until borders open.This is a very unique opportunity....

Helper Around The House

The Shed

Thurgoona, New South Wales

G'day,I run a small remedial massage business and also work another job and am looking for general help around the house and yard.Looking for a helper to help...

4yr+ ago

G'day,I run a small remedial massage business and also work another job and am looking for general help around the house and yard.Looking for a helper to help...

Experienced Chef

Talbingo Lodge Mountain Escape

Talbingo, New South Wales

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is a picturesque town located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn...

4yr+ ago

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is a picturesque town located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn...

Experienced Bar And Kitchenhand

Talbingo Lodge Mountain Escape

Talbingo, New South Wales

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn ski resort and 30...

4yr+ ago

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn ski resort and 30...

Experienced Chef

Talbingo Lodge Mountain Escape

Talbingo, New South Wales

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn ski resort and 30...

4yr+ ago

The Talbingo Lodge offers a beautiful restaurant, bar and lodge style accommodation. Talbingo is located in the snowy mountains 40 mins from Selwyn ski resort and 30...

Housekeeping / Food Beverage & Hotel All Rounder

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only...

4yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only...

Duty Manager /assistant Manager - 2ic

Alzburg Resort Mansfield

Mansfield, Victoria

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only...

4yr+ ago

About the business and the roleThe Alzburg Resort is a 4-star rating resort located in the heart of Mansfield, with access to the North East High Country and only...

Construction Worker- Carpenter

deacon constructions

Jindabyne, New South Wales

We are interested in hiring carpenters in the snowy mountains,Thredbo and Jindabyne, post code 2627If you are looking for the second year visa, have a trade in...

4yr+ ago

We are interested in hiring carpenters in the snowy mountains,Thredbo and Jindabyne, post code 2627If you are looking for the second year visa, have a trade in...

Thredbo Restaurant Requires Staff For Summer

Thredbo Burger Bar

Thredbo, New South Wales

Work in Thredbo This SummerThredbo Burger Bar is currently seeking suitably qualified applicants to work in our busy restaurant for the Summer Holidays (December...

5yr+ ago

Work in Thredbo This SummerThredbo Burger Bar is currently seeking suitably qualified applicants to work in our busy restaurant for the Summer Holidays (December...

Kitchen Hand

Central Road 2625

Thredbo, New South Wales

Central Road 2625 in Thredbo, Snowy Mountains requires an experienced kitchen hand asap to help with kitchen duties, prep and washing dishes. If you feel you suit this...

5yr+ ago

Central Road 2625 in Thredbo, Snowy Mountains requires an experienced kitchen hand asap to help with kitchen duties, prep and washing dishes. If you feel you suit this...

Au Pair - Snowy Mountains, Nsw

Frost

Jindabyne, New South Wales

Au pair required for Immediate start!Possibility of:2 Weeks ON 2 Weeks OFFExtra time to travel this wonderful countryLooking for a big sister...

5yr+ ago

Au pair required for Immediate start!Possibility of:2 Weeks ON 2 Weeks OFFExtra time to travel this wonderful countryLooking for a big sister...

Qualified Chefs - 2018 Australian Snow Season

Gold Coast Jobline

Thredbo, New South Wales

A popular hotel located in Thredbo Ski Resort, NSW, is seeking qualified Chefs for full time roles in the upcoming 2018 Australian Ski Season (Mid-June until...

5yr+ ago

A popular hotel located in Thredbo Ski Resort, NSW, is seeking qualified Chefs for full time roles in the upcoming 2018 Australian Ski Season (Mid-June until...

Ski Season Jobs in Australia

Ski Season Jobs Australia
Ski Season Jobs Australia

When you think about Australia, you often imagine the red sand of the outback or the blue oceans of coasts. Australia’s ski resorts and alpine regions are lesser known amongst backpackers and are all too often forgotten by travel guides.

The ski season provides the perfect opportunity for backpackers to try out some alpine activities as well as pick up employment in one of the many winter resort casual jobs.

We’ve come up with a backpackers’ guide to Australia's ski season. So, put aside your board shorts and thongs, pick up your snowboard and salopettes and hit the slopes this winter.

The most popular ski resorts in Australia

Thredbo, New South Wales

Thredbo is a great ski resort to visit if you’re a first time skier as there are runs suitable for all levels, including many gentle slopes and a ‘first time only’ ski area. The pedestrian-friendly town is a lovely place to wander and there’s also night skiing twice a week.

The downside is that the après ski facilities are lacking a little and the terrain park could be better.

Mount Buller, Victoria

Just a three or four hour jaunt from Melbourne, Mount Buller is a huge ski resort with more than 300 hectares of ski runs which suit both skiers and snowboarders. For experienced skiers there’s a host of black runs to enjoy, while the toboggan run provides a few laughs for the less seasoned skiers.

Unfortunately, because of its close proximity to Melbourne, Mount Buller can get very crowded on the weekends during the ski season.

Falls Creek, Victoria

One of the bigger ski fields in Australia, Falls Creek has more than 450 hectares of skiing area. There are green, blue and black runs, so everyone is catered for, regardless of skill level.

However, about 60% of the ski resort’s terrain is made up of immediate and difficult runs, which means it might not be the best place for those starting out.

The peak dates for the ski season in Australia

The ski season in Australia starts around the end of June and lasts until about mid-September. If you want the best skiing conditions however, it’s best to go skiing in Australia around the second week of July, when the season is at its peak.

Opportunities for work during the ski season

Want to be a ski bunny for a season? There’s lots of jobs that require filling over this busy time at Australia’s ski resorts. These positions include hotel employment, au pair positions, hospitality roles, chalet work and chair lift operators.

The pay isn’t amazing, but employers often throw in accommodation, ski hire and a lift pass – and what else do you need? Working the ski season is a great opportunity for solo travellers to meet new people and find travel buddies.

Budget travel options during the ski season

The trick to saving money when you head for the slopes is to plan ahead. Buy your gear ahead second hand in charity shops or online, or hire your gear before you get to the mountain – it’s a lot cheaper off the slopes.

Planning ahead also lets you scope out the best deals – keep an eye out for discounted lift passes ahead of your travels.

Although it might be tempting to sleep in accommodation on the mountain, you can save a lot by booking a chalet or hostel a short drive away.