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Winter Guide-Snowshoes & Backcountry Ski Experience

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Winter Guide-Snowshoes & Backcountry Ski Experience

Compensation: Competitive hourly wage based on experience, education level and language proficiency

Employment Type: Full-time 80 - 100% position

Location: Voss, Norway

Job Role:

As a Winter Guide specializing in snowshoeing and backcountry ski adventures, you will play a key role in delivering Outdoor Norway’s signature winter experiences in the majestic landscapes around Voss. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the CEO, gaining direct guidance from him.

You will also collaborate with the sales and marketing team to help craft compelling guest experiences and represent the brand’s values both on and off the trail.

We are committed to helping you grow. You will benefit from structured training sessions, including safety protocols, guest service excellence, and in-depth knowledge of our terrain and equipment. Whether you are leading a snowshoe hike through quiet forests or guiding a backcountry ski tour into pristine powder, you will be part of a passionate, high-performing, and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • First and foremost, uphold our mission: “We create great memories for our guests”
  • Ensure the trip is run in a safe and in timely manner
  • Lead snowshoe and backcountry ski tours, both day tours and multi-day trips, from guiding to safety and guest care
  • Plan and prepare each assignment: choose the route and assess snow, weather, avalanche risk and terrain so every decision is a safe one
  • Teach private ski lessons at the local resort (if you hold an instructor qualification)
  • Plan and prepare each assignment: route, snow, weather and avalanche assessment
  • Provide excellent guiding: share knowledge of Voss nature, environment, cultural context.
  • Ensure guests are well equipped and briefed (gear checks, safety gear, clothing).
  • Deliver outstanding guest experience: responsiveness, friendly interaction, adapting experience to participant ability.
  • Work in our rental shop, typically about one day a week
  • Maintain first aid / safety and emergency procedures, handle incidents if they occur.
  • Take part in guide meetings and training, and follow our safety systems and procedures
  • Maintain and care for equipment, report damage / needs.

Qualifications (required):

  • Proven guiding experience in backcountry skiing and/or snowshoeing, or equivalent guiding experience
  • Solid avalanche knowledge, route-finding and weather judgement
  • Physically fit and able to lead in challenging winter terrain and conditions
  • Excellent communication skills in English; Norwegian or other languages are a plus
  • The right to work in Norway (EU/EEA or Swiss citizen, or a valid Norwegian work permit)
  • Kjøresedel in Norwegian means Taxi Driver License Endorsement. Is an extension for those who holds a "B" Driver License category for 2 or more years, to be elegible to drive passengers in vehicles up to 9 seater. It's possible to aquire with a teori test + Medical basic checkup + police records.

Strong advantage

  • Recognised winter guiding certifications, for example IFMGA/UIAGM, NORTIND, a ski-guide qualification, CAA or other avalanche certification as for example for people who did High school or universite that had subjects covering Winter Ski & avalance.
  • Ski or snowboard instructor certification and teaching experience: we offer private lessons at the resort alongside our guided tours
  • Experience in teaching, coaching or mentoring

Soft skills

Must-have

  • You take responsibility and are comfortable working on your own
  • You stay flexible when conditions, guests and plans change
  • You are ready for long days in busy periods
  • You are reliable, professional and a supportive teammate
  • You enjoy working with all kinds of guests, from first-time ski tourers to experienced clients with high expectations

Desirable

  • Passion for nature, outdoor adventure and sustainability
  • You enjoy sharing stories about Voss nature and culture
  • A positive attitude and good humour, also on cold and demanding days
  • You spot problems early and solve them before they affect guests

Perfect match

  • A natural teacher who builds guests’ confidence on skis and snowshoes
  • You stay calm and lead clearly when something goes wrong
  • You take initiative to improve our winter products and guest experience
  • You represent Outdoor Norway’s values on and off the trail

What we offer:

  • A full season, 21 December 2026 – 11 April 2027, in an 80–100% position
  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience, education level and language proficiency
  • Guide training and professional development
  • A challenging learning environment with the trust and autonomy to shape your own position
  • Continuity and growth opportunities within Outdoor Norway
  • Equipment partnerships and industry pro deals
  • Discounted ski passes for you and your dependents
  • Discounted summer tours and rentals
  • A lively, inclusive team atmosphere with plenty of laughter and team events

Website Link - www.outdoornorway.com

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