Human Resources Director – Australia

Lead enterprise impact. Live the alpine lifestyle.

Vail Resorts Australia is seeking an accomplished Human Resources Director to lead the Australian people strategy across our iconic alpine resorts—Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham.

This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly seasonal, dynamic and people-intensive environment. The HR Director will play a critical role in shaping leadership capability, workforce strategy and employee experience—particularly as we prepare for and deliver peak winter operations, when people decisions directly influence business performance, growth and profitability.

Reporting to the VP, Human Resources – Enterprise, you will partner closely with Resort General Managers and senior leaders, providing strategic clarity, data-informed insight and confident, values-led leadership. You will leverage enterprise frameworks and Centres of Excellence to deliver scalable, locally relevant HR solutions that address the region’s most complex workforce challenges.

Ideally based in Jindabyne, with regular travel to Falls Creek and Hotham, this role offers a deliberate lifestyle choice for an experienced HR leader seeking enterprise influence while living close to the business, the operations and a connected alpine community.

What You'll Lead

Development and delivery of an end-to-end Australian HR strategy aligned to enterprise priorities
Leadership and capability development of the Australian HR team
Workforce planning, talent acquisition, succession and performance management in a seasonal environment
Employee and industrial relations, including enterprise agreements and award frameworks
Total rewards, labour optimisation and people analytics
Organisational design, change management and operating model evolution
Strong HR governance, compliance, safety leadership and budget oversight

What You'll Bring

Significant senior HR leadership experience within large, complex, multi-site organisations
Deep ER/IR expertise, including enterprise bargaining
A proven track record leading organisational change and transformation
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to use data to drive business outcomes
Executive presence, sound judgement and a values-led leadership style
Experience in seasonal or operational industries such as tourism, hospitality or leisure (highly regarded)

Why Join Vail Resorts Australia

This role offers a rare blend of enterprise influence, operational proximity and lifestyle choice.

Based in Jindabyne, you’ll be part of a passionate mountain community that values purpose, connection and balance—without compromising on professional impact. For many senior leaders, this role represents a conscious decision to continue leading at scale while living closer to nature, the business and the people they serve.

You’ll Also Enjoy

A values-driven culture with an uncompromising focus on safety, people and guest experience
A competitive senior leadership package, including base salary, superannuation and incentive plan
Relocation support and access to broader career pathways across the global Vail Resorts network
Exceptional lifestyle benefits and a supportive, family-friendly alpine community

Next Steps

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now via our Career Center.

For further details, review the Job Description - Human Resources Director – Australia or for a confidential discussion contact Kylie Spicer at kylie.spicer@vailresorts.com.au

If you are a strategic HR leader looking to drive enterprise-wide impact with an exceptional lifestyle, we invite you to step forward!

Hotham Skiing Company

Latest Jobs

Human Resources Director - Australia