Summary:
Applications open for positions in Antarctica with the British Antarctic Survey (BAS).
All expenses covered including accommodation, food, and training.
Salaries starting from £29,273 per annum for contracts between six and 18 months.
Unique work experience in one of the most extreme environments on Earth.
Upcoming vacancies for chefs and zoological field assistants expected soon.
Embark on a Unique Adventure in Antarctica
Are you ready to leave behind the hustle of big cities? Applications are now open for exciting roles at research stations in Antarctica, where you can work in the company of penguins and experience life in one of the most extreme environments on Earth.
The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is currently hiring for positions such as carpenters, chefs, electricians, and plumbers. This is a golden opportunity to take remote work to the seventh continent!
Why Work for BAS?
As a world leader in polar research and operations, BAS has a rich history, including discovering the hole in the ozone layer in 1985. Employees at BAS enjoy:
- Competitive salaries starting from £29,273 per annum for contracts ranging from six to 18 months.
- All expenses covered, including accommodation, food, travel, specialist clothing, and training.
Current Job Openings
Exciting job roles such as diving officer, meteorological observer, and ocean scientist are now live on the BAS website, with successful applicants starting between May and September. Keep an eye out for upcoming vacancies for chefs, station leaders, and zoological field assistants in the next three months.
Testimonials from the Field
Eloise Saville, a carpenter at Halley VI Research Station, shares her unique experience: "This job is unlike anything I’ve ever done before. I scrape ice off wood, drive skidoos, and build things in one of the most extreme places on Earth."
Ben Norrish, who has spent 16 seasons with BAS, states that arriving at this unconventional office is just as amazing now as it was the first time.
Olivier Hubert, a former Michelin-star chef and current BAS catering manager, explains, "Meals are such an important part of life down South – they’re the anchors to the day. It’s a privilege to cook for the team that becomes your family while you’re there."
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