Snowsports - Experienced Alpine Coach (Winter 2026)

Resorts: Perisher | Falls Creek | Hotham

Season Commences: Mid–Late June 2026
Applications Period: December 2025 - February 2026 (or earlier if filled)
Application Stage: We are currently accepting early applications; to be reviewed from January 2026

Lead the next generation of Alpine Athletes

Join our Alpine coaching team where environment delivers solid alpine surfaces, coaches deliver long term athlete development and inspire our alpine racers for generations.

As an experienced alpine coach, you’ll drive athlete development, lift training standards, and bring energy and professionalism to every session.

Work closely with our coaching team to deliver safe, structured sessions that build skill, confidence, and wellbeing, while contributing to a culture of excellence across our Alpine programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver safe and engaging alpine coaching sessions on and off snow
• Support athlete skill development, confidence, and wellbeing.
• Plan and set courses for training and competitions
• Work independently while upholding high standards of safety and professionalism
• Collaborate with coaches, and the wider mountain team to ensure positive athlete experiences
• Participate in ongoing professional development to sharpen coaching skills

What You'll Bring

• Alpine coaching or instructor certification with race-coaching experience. 
  Examples include:
  – ACA (EL, DL, PL)
  – USSA (Level 100, 200)
  – ÖSV (D-Trainer, C-Trainer)
  – FISI (Allenatore I°, II°, III°)
  – ENSA/DEJEPS (Certificat Complémentaire Ski Alpin)
  – Other recognised international equivalents - See ISIA
• Experience coaching Alpine athletes across skill levels
• Ability to plan and run on-snow and off-snow training programs
• Skilled in course-setting for training and competitions
• Strong understanding of long-term athlete development and wellbeing.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; fluency in English
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and a positive, high-performance culture.

What's In It for You

• Access to ongoing world-class training and professional development
• Opportunities to progress your career, experience and coaching skills in the Southern Hemisphere
• Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass and up to 40% food, retail and rentals
• An inclusive, high-performing team culture built around respect, growth, and mountain life
• A mountain where performance, development, and opportunity thrives

What We're About

Vail 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. 

How We Work Together

Employment Availability

Our Instructors and Coaches are employed casually, with the following options:

Unlimited Availability: For full-season instructors, typically work up to six (6) days per week over Winter (June–September). Ideal for consistent work, training and eligibility for staff accommodation.

Limited Availability: For balancing other commitments. Must meet minimum availability requirements (see below), and arrange your own accommodation: 

Your Next Steps

Excited to join our Coaching team? Apply now through our Career Center!  

If you need any reasonable adjustments just reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via human.resources@vailresorts.com.au — 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.

To help us review your application smoothly, please attach the following (where applicable):

• Current Snowsports certificates/qualifications
• Membership license(s) (front and back)
• Evidence of your coaching experience, such as reference letters and proof of completed work.
• Professional references and written recommendations (preferred)

Your next winter starts here - be the coach your athletes never forget.