Fitter & Ropeway Maintenance Technician

Charlotte Pass Snow Resort | Kosciuszko National Park, NSW

Live and work in one of Australia's most unique alpine environments. Charlotte Pass Snow Resort is seeking a qualified and motivated Fitter & Ropeway Maintenance Technician to join our Engineering Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on critical lift infrastructure, mechanical systems, and resort assets in the heart of the Snowy Mountains.

If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, problem-solving, working outdoors, and being part of a close-knit team responsible for maintaining Australia's highest snow resort, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Mountain Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, testing, fault-finding and repair of ropeway systems and associated mechanical infrastructure across the resort. The role also supports broader resort maintenance activities, infrastructure projects, emergency response, and winter operations. Working within a remote alpine environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability and operational readiness of Charlotte Pass Snow Resort's lift network and mechanical assets.

Key Responsibilities

Ropeway Maintenance

- Inspect, maintain and repair ski lifts and ropeway systems
- Complete operational and technical lift inspections
- Maintain grips, carriers, towers, sheaves, tensioning and braking systems
- Assist with statutory inspections, component overhauls and commissioning activities
- Maintain accurate maintenance and compliance records

Mechanical Maintenance

- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plant and equipment
- Fault-find and repair hydraulic,



drive and mechanical systems
- Undertake welding, fabrication and workshop activities
- Support continuous improvement and asset reliability initiatives

Resort Operations

- Assist with infrastructure maintenance projects
- Support snow clearing and winter operations activities
- Participate in emergency response and lift evacuation procedures
- Assist contractors and specialist service providers undertaking works throughout the resort

About You

You are a trade-qualified mechanical professional who enjoys working in challenging environments and takes pride in maintaining critical infrastructure safely and efficiently.

Essential Requirements

- Trade qualification as a Fitter, Mechanical Tradesperson or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical maintenance
- Current Driver Licence
- Construction White Card
- Ability to work safely at heights
- Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team

Highly Regarded

- Ropeway or ski lift maintenance experience
- Working at Heights certification
- Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence
- Confined Space certification
- Welding and fabrication experience
- Hydraulic systems maintenance and fault finding experience
- Industrial or heavy mechanical maintenance experience
- First Aid and rescue qualifications

Why Join Charlotte Pass?





Unique Lifestyle Opportunity

- Work at Australia's highest ski resort.
- Stunning alpine environment within Kosciuszko National Park.
- Opportunity to develop specialised ropeway and lift maintenance skills.

Attractive Work Conditions

- Four-day work week during the summer maintenance season.
- Ongoing access to year-round accommodation.
- Diverse and technically challenging work.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Prospect to work across electrical, mechanical and ropeway systems.

Winter Benefits

- Staff accommodation provided during the winter season.
- Meals provided in accordance with company policy.
- Access to resort employee benefits and mountain lifestyle opportunities.

About Charlotte Pass Snow Resort

Charlotte Pass Snow Resort is Australia's highest snow resort and offers a unique alpine experience for guests and employees alike. Operating in a spectacular and remote mountain environment, we pride ourselves on maintaining safe, reliable infrastructure and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Apply Now

If you're a qualified fitter or mechanical tradesperson looking for a unique career opportunity in the Australian alpine industry, we encourage you to apply. Applications should include a current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

Company Overview

The Blyton Group is a leisure and entertainment group located in Southern NSW. The Blyton Group holds investments in Radio Stations, Snow Resorts, Hotels, Cinemas, Aviation and Amusement Parks, operating across New South Wales, Victoria, ACT and Western Australia.

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