Summer Events Drivers

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NZSki is hiring professional Summer Event Drivers to join the Casual Summer Crew in Queenstown, driving for weddings, concerts, conferences and private functions. You are the guest’s first and last impression, delivering safe, polished, host-on-wheels service for evenings and weekends with flexible availability. Key requirements include a valid New Zealand Class 2 license, a current P endorsement, strong communication and local road knowledge, and the ability to work legally in NZ for the summer. You’ll stay calm under pressure, keep vehicles spotless, and collaborate with dispatchers. In return, enjoy a supportive team, uniform provided, wellbeing support and a host of staff perks.

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Are you fuelled by a passion for the outdoors? Is there something indescribable that draws you to the mountains? Let’s chat. Joining our crew is more than just working at a ski field - it’s a lifestyle, seasonal work is a rollercoaster but it’s one that creates lasting memories that you’ll talk about for a lifetime.

Our NZSki community has been growing since 1947 and continues to offer the best experience for our crew, locals, and guests alike. Everyone at Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt cares for the mountains and shares a passion for snowsports and the surrounding regions. Our success is due to our awesome customer service, first-class facilities, majestic scenery, and wild terrain.


Love the Queenstown summer? Join our team and be part of the region's biggest events!


While the snow has melted, the action hasn't stopped. We are looking for professional, person-centered drivers to join our Casual Summer Crew. This isn't about mountain passes and snow chains; it’s about being the heartbeat of Queenstown’s summer events—from stunning weddings and high-profile conferences to massive concerts and festivals.


If you have a passion for hospitality and a Class 2 license with a P endorsement, we want to hear from you.


About the Role

• As part of our summer event transport team, you’ll be the first and last impression for guests attending premier events across the region.
• The Work: Driving for weddings, concerts, corporate conferences, and private functions.

• The Hours: Primarily evenings and weekends. We are open to any availability—whether you want one shift a week or to pick up as much as possible.

• The Vibe: Professional, polished, and guest-focused. You’re not just a driver; you’re a host on wheels.


Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safe, smooth, and professional transport for event guests and VIPs.

• Deliver friendly, engaging service and local insights (and maybe a curated playlist for a wedding party!).

• Maintain a pristine vehicle interior—first impressions are everything at a wedding or gala.

• Conduct pre-trip safety checks and end-of-day fueling/cleaning.

• Manage guest boarding, ticket checking, or manifest lists efficiently.

• Maintain clear communication with event dispatchers and coordinators.


About You

• You’re a "people person" who stays calm under pressure and takes pride in your driving standards. You understand that summer event work requires flexibility and a "can-do" attitude.
• Professionalism: You’re comfortable interacting with everyone from festival-goers to corporate executives.
• Reliability: You’re punctual and prepared for evening/weekend shifts.

• Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required for loading luggage or event equipment when needed.


Skills & Qualifications

• Mandatory: A valid New Zealand Class 2 License.

• Mandatory: A current P (Passenger) Endorsement.

• Excellent communication skills and a deep knowledge of the Queenstown/Otago road network.

• Ability to work legally in New Zealand for the duration of the summer season.


Further Information

• Why Join Us? We are proud supporters of our local community and value diversity in our crew. This is a great way to experience the best of Queenstown’s summer event scene while working with a supportive, professional team.
• Ready to get behind the wheel? Apply now and let us know your availability!


As Kaitiaki of the mountains we have an enduring commitment to our environment, people, and communities to ensure they benefit from our presence and as proud supporters of Winter Pride we’ve pledged to continue to provide a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Uniform for all roles is provided (just bring your own base layers)

A few other reasons to join our Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Mt Hutt crew:
• 3 Peak winter season pass (Full Time crew)
• Discounted day passes at other ski areas
• Transport to/from mountains.
• Fantastic wellbeing support for all staff
• Nutritional hot crew meals each day (Discounted)
• Discounts at many local eateries, bars, breweries and retail outlets
• Discounts on mountain
• Regularly organised social activities off mountain
• Cool recognition programmes with prizes
• Earn and learn – free ski lessons (Full Time crew)