Falls Creek - Junior Snowsports Instructor (Locals ...

Falls Creek - Junior Snowsports Instructor (Locals Program 2026)Locations: Falls CreekEmployment Type: Casual, Winter SeasonalSeason Commences: Mid-Late June 2026Applications Period: February - March 2026 (or earlier if filled)Application Stage: We are currently accepting early applications.If you’re a local resident aged 16-17 and curious about joining our Snowsports team, we’d love to hear from you!As a Junior Snowsports Instructor you will complete your APSI level 1 certification(s) in the early season and become an active support in our children’s programs alongside experienced instructor mentors. You’ll create memorable experiences through teaching, a supportive attitude, and your love for the mountain.This role is perfect for building a future in Snowsports - combining your passion for the mountains with professional growth, mentorship, and an active, fun workplace.You’ll have access to exceptional instructor development opportunities - including on-snow clinics, APSI instructor pathway support, and ongoing training with industry-leading trainers, helping you progress your own teaching and riding throughout the season.RequirementTo be eligible, applicants must be 15-17 years old as at 1 June 2026, live locally under parental supervision during their employment, reside within the Falls Creek Resort or Alpine Shire area, and preferably be attending a local school.To be eligible for our Junior employment opportunities you must be aged at the time of employment:Junior Snowsports Instructor - between 16-17,Junior Day Attendant - between 15-17.What You'll BringStrong skiing and/or snowboarding ability - skilled and confident on intermediate to advanced terrain in varied conditionsExperience working or volunteering with children, young people, or in sports and recreation (desirable)Excellent communication and guest service skills, with fluency in spoken and written EnglishA passionate, adaptable team player who brings energy, professionalism, and positivity to a fast-paced mountain environmentConfident ability to communicate with others, and a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and exceptional guest experiencesA genuine passion for learning, teaching, and creating memorable guest experiences on snowWhat's In It for YouComprehensive in-house Instructor Training Program covering the cost of your first APSI course and examBegin shadowing lessons and teaching under supervisor to gain real, hands-on experienceAccess to ongoing world-class instructor training and professional developmentProgress your skills to open opportunities for northern hemisphere employmentVail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass for the seasonUp to 40% discounts on food, retail, and rentals across Vail Resorts AustraliaA supportive and inclusive team culture that celebrates fun, professionalism, and mountain lifeWhat We're AboutVail Resorts Australia operates some of Australia’s most iconic alpine destinations. Our teams bring the mountains to life through professionalism, energy, and genuine care for every guest. Guided by our values — Be Inclusive, Do Good, Be Safe, Have Fun, Serve Others, Drive Value, Do Right — we create workplaces where people feel supported, respected, and part of something bigger.AvailabilityAs a Junior Instructor, you will be employed with Limited Availability - Designed so you can balance other commitments. Applicants must arrange their own accommodation and be available for at least the minimum periods outlined below, or as otherwise agreed with the Snowsports School Senior Manager:Availability RequirementsFalls CreekMinimum: Twelve (12) days during the VIC July School Holidays (27 June-12 July 2026) and any four (4) weekends proceeding the school holiday period, during July and August.Your Next StepsExcited to join our Snowsports team? Apply nowthrough our Career Center!If you need any reasonable adjustments just reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via the HR Help Centre. — we’re here to help!We love that you’re keen to join our team — just make sure this role is the one you’re truly interested in before applying.Our staff accommodation spots are limited and reserved for full-season team members, so be sure to tell us your availability and if you’ll need a place to stay.Our system can be tricky with attachments - please follow this guide:Attachment Guidelines:Maximum of 10 attachments (total size up to 10MB).Accepted file formats: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .txt, and .rtf.Applications exceeding these limits will not submit.You will receive a confirmation email once your application is successfully submitted.If your attachments won’t upload, submit your application without any attachments and provide them through the HR Help Centre.Your next winter starts here - come help create the moments guests return for, season after season.

Created: 2026-03-06