Winter Guide — Ski, Backcountry ski & Snowshoes

Your tasks

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.

• First and foremost, uphold our mission: "We create great memories for our guests"
• Ensure the trip is run in a safe and timely manner
• Lead snowshoes and backcountry skiing tours (day tours), including route planning, guiding, safety, and guest care.
• Assess snow, weather, risk, and terrain to make safe decisions.
• Provide excellent guidance by sharing knowledge of Voss' nature, environment, and cultural context.
• Ensure guests are well equipped and briefed (gear checks, safety gear, clothing).
• Deliver outstanding guest experience, responsiveness, friendly interaction, and adapt experience to participants' ability.
• Maintain first-aid, safety, and emergency procedures; handle incidents if they occur.
• Maintain and care for equipment; report damage/needs.

Requirements

• Proven guiding experience in backcountry skiing and/or snowshoeing, or equivalent guiding experience.
• Knowledge of winter safety, including avalanche awareness, route finding, weather forecasting is a big plus.
• Certifications relevant for winter guiding or ski instruction is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Norwegian or other languages are a plus.
• Physically fit; able to lead in challenging winter terrain and conditions.
• Passion for nature, outdoor adventure, sustainability, and delivering high standard of guest experience.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing weather, guest needs, and terrain conditions.

What we offer

• Role designed in collaboration to align with your expertise and experience
• Being part of an international team consisting of driven and motivated colleagues
• Competitive salary
• Continuity and growth opportunities within Outdoor Norway
• A challenging learning environment that offers the autonomy to shape your own position
• Enjoying a lively and inclusive team atmosphere with plenty of laughter and team events