Falls Creek - Junior Snowsports Instructor (Locals Program 2026)

Locations: Falls Creek 
Employment Type: Casual, Winter Seasonal

Season Commences: Mid–Late June 2026
Applications 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.

What You'll Bring

• Strong skiing and/or snowboarding ability – skilled and confident on intermediate to advanced terrain in varied conditions
• Experience 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 English
• A passionate, adaptable team player who brings energy, professionalism, and positivity to a fast-paced mountain environment
• Confident ability to communicate with others, and a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and exceptional guest experiences
• A genuine passion for learning, teaching, and creating memorable guest experiences on snow 

What's In It for You

• Comprehensive in-house Instructor Training Program covering the cost of your first APSI course and exam
• Begin shadowing lessons and teaching under supervisor to gain real, hands-on experience
• Access to ongoing world-class instructor training and professional development
• Progress your skills to open opportunities for northern hemisphere employment 
• Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass for the season
• Up to 40% discounts on food, retail, and rentals across Vail Resorts Australia
• A supportive and inclusive team culture that celebrates fun, professionalism, and mountain life

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. 

Availability

As 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:

Your Next Steps

Excited to join our Snowsports team? Apply now through 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.

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Your next winter starts here - come help create the moments guests return for, season after season.