New Zealand Certificate in Mountain Facility Operations (Level 3)
Travel & Tourism
A course by
Te Mahi Ako
For people working to keep skiers and snowboarders safe on mountain lifts, roads, and carparks, this 6-month Level 3 certificate equips you for operational roles at mountain and snowsport facilities.
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Core skills this course teaches
Work safely in mountain facility environments
Apply safe working procedures and practices under indirect supervision in lift and road operations.
Risk identification and management
Identify risks and hazards in mountain environments and respond appropriately to maintain a safe workplace.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Mountain Facility Operations (Level 3) is designed for individuals employed or volunteering at mountain facilities, particularly snowsport areas. Learners develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work under indirect supervision as lift operators or road and carpark attendants. The programme covers essential workplace safety, risk management, customer service, and specialised elective modules in lift operations or road and carpark services. The qualification is completed through workplace-based training and assessment.
Course Content
- Applying safe working procedures and practices
- Identifying and responding to risks and hazards
- Customer service
- Lift operations (elective): Safely operate aerial lifts, maintain a safe lift station, manage queuing, crowd control, and lift access
- Road and carpark services (elective): Respond to road/carpark conditions and hazards, provide effective road services, driver technique advice for alpine conditions
Entry Requirements
Employment, self-employment, or volunteer role in an eligible mountain facility organisation with regular and consistent shifts
Build towards these roles
Lift OperatorRoad AttendantCarpark AttendantMountain Facility WorkerSnowsport Area Operations Assistant
Build skills in these industries
TourismRecreation
