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Function of role
To perform daily patrol routines
Skill/knowledge set
Mountaineering
Rope rescue skills
Working with helicopters
Snowpack control work using explosives
Weather knowledge and how this affects a snowsport operation
Working at heights
Manage emergency care situations
Useful experience
Avalanche Risk Management (Level 5 or 6, Stage 1 and 2)
Mountaineering and alpine rescue skills and knowledge
Paramedic or doctor
Entry requirements
Outdoor Pre-Hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) qualification
Patrol (Level 4)
Avalanche Risk Management (Level 5)
Next role to progress to
Snowsport safety manager
Health and safety manager
Auditor
Assessor
Senior assessor mentor
Physical requirements
High
Remuneration
$19-$25 per hour
Approx. number of jobs available
Information coming soon
Turnover rate
Low
Average time spent in role
5-10 years
Relevant qualifications
New Zealand Certificate in Patrol Leader (Level 5)
How to get into the role
Information coming soon