Young workers ski towards successful careers

‘Companies that actually crack how to work with Generation Y will be hugely successful.’ Award-winning South Island skiing company NZSki seems to have cracked an employment issue that has eluded many other New Zealand employers.

NZSki encourages its mainly Generation Y employees, aged 18-30 years, to look out for each other, to achieve better results through ‘co-operating interdependently’, to take responsibility, to be purpose-driven, to be highly motivated and team-spirited.

The business has embarked on a project to attract and retain young staff by better understanding their motivations and needs. Management at NZSki have worked hard to find out what motivates Generation Y and how to retain them, including analysing their career aspirations. As a result the company has introduced career development initiatives and support for staff to gain nationally recognised qualifications.

The benefits of NZSki’s approach are already apparent in its staff retention and engagement rates. A new company culture has allowed for innovative changes, including; a revised transport service for guests and staff, better and more cost effective meals for staff, and healthier lifestyles for staff, including gym memberships and more time on the slopes.

Gen Y workers themselves praise the changes NZSki has made. “It really looked and felt like NZSki wanted to help us become the best that we can be, both for ourselves and our customers. It’s very reassuring to know that you’re involved in a company that supports training and growth, and, more importantly, values you as a person.”

FACT: Employers who can motivate Generation Y, aged between 18 and 30 years, will have a greater competitive staffing advantage than others.

Benefits of employing Generation Y:
-  Helps alleviate concerns associated with workforce planning and the ageing population.
-  Utilises youthful dynamism and innovation within business, including opportunities for the introduction of greater technologies.

For further information contact:
Kevin Sharpe
NZ Ski
The Station
QUEENSTOWN

Phone: +64 3 450 1911
Email: Kevin@nzski.co.nz