This position also provides support to the Field Leader and Camp Manager as required, including camp operations, logistics and cargo coordination. This support function is essential to ensuring the delivery of safe deep field operations, which are particularly dynamic and require a highly flexible approach to the way daily functions are prioritised.

Employment conditions

• The annual base salary when in Australia starts from $98,632 per annum.
• Base salary + additional allowances when in Antarctica starts from $166,586 per annum.
• A generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 15.4% will be paid in addition to salary and allowances.
• You will accrue recreation leave at the equivalent of 20 days per annum pro rata. Please note that recreation leave is not available in Antarctica but will be paid out on return to Australia.

What we are looking for

Essential

To apply for this role, you must have the skills and licences listed below:

Qualifications/licences

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• Driver’s licence – Current, unrestricted “C” class (manual) Australian driver’s licence
• Citizenship – In accordance with the PS Act 1999, APS employees are required to be Australian citizens. Persons who are not Australian citizens will generally only be considered where there are no suitable Australian applicants, with next considerations being Australian residents with work rights and New Zealand citizens.

Obtain prior to commencement

• Valid Passport – The expiry date of the passport (and any relevant visa) must be at least 6 months beyond the planned end date of your intended stay in the Antarctic or sub-Antarctic
• Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) must be valid for at least 18 months beyond the date of AAD commencement.
• Provide CPR (HLTAID009) must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of AAD commencement
• MSIC and ASIC Licences – if the position requires unescorted access within an aviation or maritime security zone, you will be required to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) or Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC).

Knowledge and experience

• A demonstratable background in project management or logistics support
• Demonstrated experience in delivering or supporting activities in remote locations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, including the ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to adapt to change and prioritise work in a rapidly evolving operational environment.

Highly desirable

These are not essential to the role however to be suitable you will need to have at least some of these. We encourage you to apply even if you do not fit 100% of the requirements.

Knowledge and experience

• Broad understanding of remote location support services, including aviation and shipping logistics.

Desirable

These are not essential to the role. To be suitable you do not need any of these, but they may make you more competitive against other applicants:

• Operations or logistics support experience relevant to the safe delivery of activities in remote areas
• Experience working and living in remote environments
• Plant operator accreditation/s (e.g: Telehandler, forklift)
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic inventory management systems.

Knowledge and experience

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to clearly message and positively influence others
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic working environment
• Proactive problem-solving skills, and
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a diverse team.

Other requirements

As a proactive and positive member of the community you will:

• Maintain a personal and practical commitment to AAD policies and standard operating procedures (including work, health and safety and environmental policies). Training and guidance in regard to all responsibilities relevant to your position will be provided.
• Be rostered to perform duties to support the community life of the expedition, such as general kitchen duties, garbage clearance, general cleaning duties, and assisting other expedition members with official programs, to ensure an equitable contribution.
• Work in areas outside of your primary role, for example, aiding other areas or science projects, or participating in general labouring tasks such as clearing snow or handling cargo.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the AAD, we value diversity in all its forms – background, experience, and perspective. We recognise the challenges that come with our work and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture for all. We encourage applications from everyone, especially people from under-represented groups like Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, gender-diverse people, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those of different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Personal qualities

During the recruitment selection process the AAD assesses individual personal qualities expeditioners need to successfully live and work in an isolated Antarctic/sub-Antarctic community. 

Covid-19

Expeditioners must comply with the AAD’s Infectious Respiratory Disease Management Plan, including the requirement to have had a COVID-19 vaccination or a medically documented COVID-19 infection, within 12 months of deployment. More information is available.

Contact

For general enquiries, please email the Hays Expeditioner Recruitment Team at antarctica@hays.com.au.

For job specific (technical or trade related) enquiries, or to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Field Operations Team at FieldOperations.Recruitment@aad.gov.au.