Traverse Field Mechanic
Mo tatou | About us - What we do Our role at Antarctica New Zealand is to support world-leading science and environmental protection in Antarctica and the Southern Ocean. Scott Base is the hub of New Zealand's activities in Antarctica and each year, we employ seasonal staff to manage base activity and support science in the field.
Mō te mahi | About the role - What you’ll be doing
Antarctica New Zealand is continuing to support critical climate research at a remote field camp located 1100km from Scott Base. To do so we require strong teams of multi-talented individuals who can provide support across a range of areas. It takes a passionate, diverse, and highly skilled team to support scientific research in Antarctica you will join a diverse and motivated team in the world’s most dynamic workplace.
The Southbound Traverse Team will provide preparation and delivery of the outbound traverse from Scott Base to the field camp location and establishment of the camp. The Camp Support Team will provide overall camp operations through the conclusion of science objectives, demobilization and staging of camp resources at the end of season, and northbound traverse returning to Scott Base.
As a Field Mechanic you will broadly be responsible for the preparation, maintenance, repair and operation of traverse and camp equipment (e.g. Pisten Bully machines, fuel systems, sleds, etc) to ensure the delivery of safe and efficient traverse and field camp operations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
• Preparation, maintenance, repair and operation of vehicles and equipment supporting deep field traverse and camp operations
• Ensure all mechanical equipment is safe, fit for purpose, maintained, and operated within operational parameters and to the environmental conditions
• Ensure all field personnel demonstrate the required competencies to operate and maintain traverse equipment safely in remote field locations
• Coordinate and prepare traverse cargo loads including camp, science and fuel infrastructure for deployment to the field
• Support data collection and maintenance of equipment for science research projects
• Prepare, organise, store and use fuel in a safe manner following Antarctica New Zealand policies, procedures and permits
• Conduct traverse operations in accordance with the Antarctica New Zealand procedures and undertake only the activities outlined and permitted in the environmental impact assessment
• At end of season, ensure vehicles and equipment are serviced and stored appropriately and service/use records are updated
Mōu | About you:
We’re looking for a highly motivated Field Mechanics to join our close-knit, hardworking team. Experience supporting remote camps and multi-week vehicle traverses is highly desirable.
Skills and Experience Include:
• Have a NZ Trade Certificate or recognized equivalent in Automotive Engineering
• Hold a current Class 1 and 2 New Zealand driver’s licence with W, T, R endorsements (Unit Standards 16701, 16703, 16702) or equivalent
• Competency maintaining, repairing, and operating Pisten Bully machines and attachments such as tillers and Hiab cranes
• Hold Unit Standards for truck loader / Hiab cranes (US 16617 or 3795) and slinging regular loads safely (30072)
• Knowledge and competency of bulk fueling equipment, operations and spill prevention and response
• Current first aid certificate (US 6401 or 6402) or preferably Pre-Hospital Trauma certificate
• Experience living and working effectively in small, remote teams under challenging conditions
Tono mai ināianei | Apply now This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an organisation with a real and tangible purpose - for further details and to view a role description click apply.
Applications close 13 June 2025, however, if you feel you have the right skills and experience to be successful in this role, please submit your application now as we will be reviewing applications as they come in and may appoint prior to closing date.
For any questions, please contact people@antarcticanz.govt.nz
One of Antarctica New Zealand's core values is 'we care for each other and the environment’. We actively encourage applications from all cultures, beliefs and backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our culture is welcoming, accessible, equitable and safe for all. The successful candidate will undergo pre-employment checks including medical assessment. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.
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