At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, maintain and repair unique alpine transport systems in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join Vail Resorts, a leader in iconic alpine destinations.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free ski passes, discounts, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a year-round career in the stunning Snowy Mountains.
- Why this job: Work on a Swiss-designed railway and gain specialist mechanical experience.
- Qualifications: Mechanical Fitter trade certificate and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 96300 - 112000 $ per year.
Location: Perisher, NSW
Employment: Full Time, Year Round
Remuneration: $46.33 - $54.15 (depending on experience and qualifications) + overtime/penalties
Application Closing Date: October 15
Keep the mountain moving. Maintain what matters. This is not your typical fitter role. As a Skitube Fitter at Perisher, you’ll work as part of a close-knit, highly skilled maintenance team responsible for keeping one of Australia’s most unique alpine transport systems operating safely and reliably. The Skitube Alpine Railway is a Swiss-designed rack and cog railway connecting Bullocks Flat with Perisher Valley and Blue Cow Mountain. With extensive underground sections reaching up to 550 metres below ground, the Skitube is a complex operating environment that offers specialist mechanical work you won’t find in many other places. This year-round role offers stability, variety and technical challenge, with the opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of rolling stock, track and associated mechanical equipment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Inspecting, maintaining and repairing rolling stock, rail infrastructure, plant and equipment
- Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical faults
- Carrying out scheduled and preventative maintenance
- Welding, fitting, fabrication and modifications
- Completing maintenance records and work orders
- Supporting asset reliability and minimising downtime
- Working a variable roster, including night shifts during winter
- Following safety, environmental and operational procedures
What You'll Bring
- Trade Certificate – Mechanical Fitter (essential)
- Experience as a qualified Mechanical Fitter
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
- Welding experience
- High attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to undertake physical work, including heavy lifting
- Ability to work collaboratively in a close-knit team
- Reliable, punctual and enthusiastic approach
Desirable: Railway, rolling stock or rail maintenance experience, along with experience in fabrication, welding or complex mechanical environments.
Why Join the Skitube Team?
- Work on a unique Swiss-designed rack railway
- Build specialist experience across rolling stock, rail and mechanical systems
- Enjoy a year-round career in the Snowy Mountains
- Free staff ski pass across Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham
- Discounts across food, retail and resort services
- Free group ski and snowboard lessons
- Training, development, wellness programs and staff events
- Staff accommodation may be available
Important Information
This is a safety-critical rail environment. Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment rail medical, drug and alcohol testing, maintain 0.00% BAC while on duty, and comply with Rail Safety National Law and Skitube safety requirements.
Vail Resorts 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. Take your trade to new heights—and underground. Join our Skitube team and build a career surrounded by adventure.
Skitube Fitter employer: Perisher
At Vail Resorts Australia, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead one of the largest hospitality portfolios across Australia's iconic alpine resorts. Our collaborative and family-friendly culture fosters adventure and wellbeing, while providing competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and global career pathways. Join us to shape unforgettable experiences for our guests and develop future talent in a dynamic and transformative environment.
