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Working for the Australian Antarctic Program, you'll become an Antarctic expeditioner, living and working at one of Australia's four research stations. Our stations are Casey, Davis and Mawson in Antarctica and our sub-Antarctic station on Macquarie Island.
The continent of Antarctica is in the Southern Ocean, some 4000km south of Tasmania. The wildlife, scenery and role in global climate and ocean systems make it one of Earth's most spectacular and environmentally important locations.
Each of Australia's Antarctic research stations is home to a small and supportive community of tradespeople, station leaders, scientists, doctors, chefs, and telecommunications experts.
The Australian Antarctic Program is led by the Australian Antarctic Division, based near Hobart, Tasmania. The division is part of the Australian Government's Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment, and Water.
The Opportunity Become an Antarctic Expeditioner - do your everyday job in an extraordinary place. Be part of something big. Your work will support the program's scientists conducting globally significant climate and ocean research. Experience Antarctic wildlife and life in the coldest place on Earth. Make the most of station life by making new friends, learning new things, having unique experiences, and participating in social activities. Travel and accommodation expenses covered, including return travel from home to Hobart and accommodation in Hobart. Meals prepared by our professional chefs and access to recreation facilities. Earn extra allowances while in Antarctica/Macquarie Island in addition to the base salary you receive while working for us in Australia. The Job You will be responsible for the safety, physical and emotional wellbeing of the station community group and the coordination and management of all programs and expedition personnel (irrespective of employment affiliation or nationality).
Australian Antarctic stations operate all year round so there is a need for a Station Leader at all times. Your employment with the AAD is flexible and could be for a full winter season (12 - 15 months) or for a shorter season (6 - 8 months). We are keen to maximise your experiences and there may be opportunity for multiple deployments and periods of time working with us in Kingston over a number of years. We would be happy to explore innovative approaches with suitably qualified applicants.
Key duties will include, but are not limited to: lead by example; support and assist all expeditioners to cope with issues that may result from working in isolation and separation from family and friends; be aware of the personal and emotional needs of expeditioners and do what can be done to meet these needs where possible; maintain, promote and encourage appropriate levels of tolerance and flexibility in work/social interaction and relationships of a diverse team of expeditioners; develop and maintain a productive and cohesive station community, including actively resolving conflict and maintaining discipline when required; foster a strong safety culture to ensure the safe conduct of all station and field based programs, including leadership in emergencies such as fire, accident and search and rescue; foster a strong environmental culture to maintain the uniqueness of the environment in which you will be living and working; mitigate the environmental impact of operations and ensure environmental laws are observed; be responsible for the health and safety of everyone on the station. As an aid to this process, the AAD has developed the Safety Behaviours Framework, with the Station Leader expected to both apply and promote the Framework; ensure objectives and priorities are achieved for a successful season, including managing aviation, boating, resupply logistics, construction and field operations, often simultaneously; ensure that all programs/expeditioners are appropriately resourced to achieve their defined goals; manage individual performance, assess behaviour and work competency, and provide regular constructive feedback, counselling and reporting; manage, or as required, coordinate support to scientific, administrative, infrastructure Alliance Works activities and logistics programs, both station and field based; roster expeditioners to perform duties for the common good of their station; implement Government policies on behalf of the AAD Executive with direction from the Station and Field Operations Manager and the support of the Operations Management Centre; manage the implementation of AAD policies for the security of public property and equipment; act as an Inspector under the Antarctic Treaty (Environment Protection) Act 1980 as required; and perform the functions of Special Constable under the Australian Antarctic Territory Criminal Procedure Ordinance 1993. ensure cross functional monitoring, coordination and mutual compliance with AAD Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). manage Alliance partnership to ensure the best interest of the AAP. mediate Alliance integration ensuring an inclusive and collaborative station environment. foster an open and honest culture between AAD and Alliance personnel. 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.
Salary: $142,191 pa while in Australia increasing to $201,145 pa (When in Antarctica/Sub Antarctic, inclusive of Antarctic Allowances)
The Australian Antarctic Division, based in Hobart, Tasmania, is a division of the Australian Government's Department of the Environment and Energy.
The Division is responsible for the, "Advancement of Australia's strategic, scientific, environmental and economic interests in the Antarctic by protecting, administering and researching the region" (Outcome 3 of the Department's Strategic Plan 2014–2018).
We do this by leading, coordinating and delivering the Australian Antarctic Program – a program that reflects our strong national connection to Antarctica and our national Antarctic interests.
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