The Remarkables
Queenstown · Otago · New Zealand
357m
Vertical Drop
66
Runs
11
Lifts
385 ha
Skiable Area
350 cm
Avg Snowfall
Jun 2026 – Oct 2026
Season
Nearby town
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About
Iconic Queenstown ski area with 384 ha of terrain rising from Lake Wakatipu, set against the dramatic Remarkables mountain range. Known for the Shadow Basin freeride zone and an easy beginner area. About 45 minutes from Queenstown by road. NZ's adventure capital is at the foot of the mountain — bungee, jet boats, and skydiving alongside skiing.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
1,943m
Base
1,586m
Vertical Drop
357m
Lift Breakdown
0
Gondolas
6
Chairlifts
5
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
2,000–3,500
Main Employers
- NZSki Ltd (operates The Remarkables and Coronet Peak)
- Skyline Queenstown (gondola, luge, dining)
- Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
- Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
- Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
- AJ Hackett Bungy
- Shotover Jet
- Queenstown restaurants, bars, and retail
- Real Journeys / Go Orange
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- Working Holiday Visa available for citizens of over 40 countries. New Zealand WHVs are generally valid for 12 months (some nationalities up to 23 months). No employer restriction on hours. Easy visa process. Instructor certification (NZSIA or equivalent) required for teaching roles.
- Recruitment Timeline
- NZSki begins hiring in March–April for the June–October season. Queenstown hospitality and tourism companies hire year-round but ramp up March–May for winter season. High demand — apply early. Jobs advertised on NZSki website, Seek NZ, and backpacker job boards.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- NZD $350–$500 (housing, food, transport — Queenstown is expensive)
- Public Transport
- NZSki operates free ski buses from Queenstown to The Remarkables (30 min) and Coronet Peak (20 min). Orbus public bus within Queenstown. Queenstown Airport has domestic flights to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch. InterCity coaches to Wanaka, Christchurch, Dunedin.
Staff Perks
- Free or discounted season pass (Remarkables + Coronet Peak)
- Staff meals at resort cafeterias
- Pro deals on gear
- Access to Queenstown's adventure activities at staff rates
- Staff social events and trips
- Beautiful lakeside living environment
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Queenstown has the best après-ski and nightlife scene in the Southern Hemisphere. Iconic bars include The World Bar (famous for teapot cocktails), Rhino's Ski Shack, Winnies (pizza and DJ nights), Below Zero (ice bar), and Zephyr. The Bunker offers upmarket cocktails. Fergburger is the legendary late-night burger joint. Pub on Wharf and Smiths Craft Beer House are popular with locals and seasonals. The Remarkables base building has its own bar for on-mountain après.
- Healthcare
- Lakes District Hospital in Frankton, Queenstown with 24/7 emergency department. Queenstown Medical Centre in town. Multiple GP clinics and pharmacies. ACC (Accident Compensation Corporation) covers injury treatment costs for everyone in NZ, including tourists and workers.
- Shops & Services
- Full-service town with New World and Countdown supermarkets, Pak'nSave (Frankton), Remarkables Park Town Centre shopping mall, ski gear shops (Outside Sports, Small Planet Sports), banks, pharmacies, and all amenities.
- International Community
- Very large — Queenstown is one of the world's most international seasonal worker towns. Huge populations from UK, Ireland, South America (Argentina, Chile, Brazil), France, Germany, Japan, and many other countries. Extremely multicultural and social.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Queenstown
8 km awayNew Zealand's adventure capital and the base for The Remarkables, Coronet Peak, and Cardrona. A vibrant international town with world-class nightlife, dining, and outdoor activities year-round.
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Jun 2026 – Oct 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -5°C to 3°C
- Snow Reliability
- medium
- Snowmaking
- 30% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 350 cm/yr
Location
-45.0544°S, 168.8147°E
Nearest town: Queenstown