Snowmaker

Afriski Mountain Resort invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the positions of Snowmaker at its Site at Mahlasela Pass.

Job Responsibilities

Before Winter:

Unpacking of Snowmaking Equipment.
Positioning and Placement of Snowmaking Equipment
Repairs on related equipment and servicing.
Assist HOD Slopes, Snowmaking and Lifts with updating phase plans for Concentrated. Snowmaking Layout
Pressure testing of all Equipment.
Repairs of Hydrants.
Installations of HP Gauges as required by HOD SLOPES.
Assist HOD Slopes, Snowmaking and Lifts in International Orders and parts requirements.
Upkeep and repair of Snowmaking Computers and Automated System.

Winter- Snowmaking (Primarily with Automated system):

Key role player on Swing Shift/ Graveyard Shift to Relieve pressure from Slopes, Snowmaking and Lifts HOD.
Preparations of snowmaking equipment prior to shift.
Correct placement of equipment according to Snowmakers meeting.
Ensuring snowmaking personal are following routines and Logs.
Ensuring Snowmaking Staff are updating checklist during shift.
Once Snowmaking complete then team Member on Park team, Grooming team and or Ski School, Ski Patrol.
Assistant groomer when the majority of Snowmaking tasks complete.
Ski Instructor when Snowmaking Mostly complete.

Excellent verbal and written Communication skills in English and at least 1 African language. Good hearing. Must be prepared to undergo a hearing test on request. Good listening skills to understand and carry out instructions correctly and accurately.

Ability to carry out Physical work per standards and routines and work in all-weather types and Cold weather.

Ability to multi-task and to meet deadlines. Willing and able to work overtime when required.

Honest, reliable, conscientious, responsible and disciplined and to keep team moral high at all times.