Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)Government - Federal (Government & Defence)Contract/TempWorking 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 OpportunityBecome 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 JobAn Antarctic station has limited trades, plant and equipment, materials and resources, and there can be conflicting priorities for the work program. It will be your responsibility to schedule the daily work tasks of the mechanical team based on the predicted weather and availability of plant and resources.As the leader of a small mechanical team (1 to 6 staff), you will also perform some mechanical work and operate equipment as part of the mechanical team. As part of the wintering crew, you are required to participate in an on-call roster to respond to out of hours issues related to the station powerhouse.Your priority as the SMS is to ensure all mechanical works are carried out in a safe and appropriate manner. You will be accountable for all mechanical operations and decisions on station.Station Mechanical Supervisors are 12-month deployments at Casey, Davis or Mawson stations. A Mechanic for Macquarie Island and a Wilkins Aerodrome Diesel Mechanic will also be selected from suitable Expedition Mechanic and/or Station Mechanical Supervisor applicants. No prior Antarctic experience is required for this role.Key duties will include, but are not limited to:Manage and lead the Mechanical Team on station.Ensure the safe undertaking of all onsite activities carried out by the mechanical team, including undertaking risk assessments and making complex decisions around mechanical assets and operations.Operationally maintain station power generation facilities and liaise with relevant trade groups regarding powerhouse maintenance requirements.Coordinate the preventative and corrective maintenance activities of the mechanical team to maintain mobile and stationary plant and equipment.Operate plant and equipment as required (loaders, forklifts, tractors, cranes etc).Provide mechanical support to various user groups, including providing technical advice on the most suitable mechanical equipment for their task.Provide operator inductions on vehicles and plant as required.Manage fuel farms, bulk fuel transfers and the storage of lubricants, gas, spare parts and materials.Support station and field operations and assist science programs as required.As part of the station leadership team, actively work to ensure effective delivery of the overall AAD program, support all AAD policies and provide written reports.Commitment to Diversity and InclusionAt 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: $98,632 pa while in Australia increasing to $166,586 pa (When in Antarctica/Sub Antarctic, inclusive of Antarctic Allowances).How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.
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