Description £44,982 - £49,480 the band minimum is the normal starting pay for those new to a role. In exceptional circumstances, when relevant skills and experience can be identified, a higher starting salary may be considered. We will give full consideration to requests for flexible and part time working, such as reduced hours, compressed hours or job sharing. We also offer hybrid working and recognise the many benefits this brings. The nature of the role will determine if flexible and hybrid working options are possible. Interview date - Friday 6 th June 2025 British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Antarctic Ice Drilling and Maintenance Engineer to join our ice core research team. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe Working at BAS is rewarding. Our skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for the following benefits: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days Excellent civil service pension (with 26% or more employer contribution, depending on your band) 24 hours/365 days access to employee assistance programme (EAP - including support with physical, mental, social, health and financial issues) Flexible and family friendly working opportunities Cycle to work scheme Access to discounted shopping on a range of retail, leisure and lifestyle categories and much more. The Ice Core Research Group is a dynamic, multidisciplinary team dedicated to reconstructing past climate and environmental change through the analysis of ice cores from both polar and non-polar glaciers and ice sheets. With a strong focus on international collaboration, the group leads major field expeditions, including ice core drilling campaigns in Antarctica, and plays a central role in high-profile projects such as the Beyond EPICA Oldest Ice initiative. Comprising 16 members-including analytical chemists, senior researchers, postdoctoral scientists, technicians, PhD students, and engineers-the team integrates chemical, isotopic, and gas analyses to generate high-resolution records of past climate. This is a unique opportunity to join a world-leading group at the forefront of ice core science. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of the REWIND project, a deep ice core drilling initiative based on the Antarctic Peninsula aimed at retrieving a high-resolution climate record spanning the past 20,000 years. Working alongside two experienced ice core engineers, you will support the maintenance, preparation, and operation of specialized deep drilling equipment. A key aspect of the role involves participating in a remote Antarctic field campaign, where you will provide on-site technical support at a deep field camp for up to four months. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge climate science in one of the most challenging and rewarding environments on Earth. Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop deep field experience in Antarctica, gain hands-on training in remote engineering practices, and learn to operate bespoke deep ice drilling systems. You'll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people like you, progressing your career and giving you the support, you need to thrive at BAS. Some of your main responsibilities will include: Operate, maintain and service equipment in a polar environment as part of multi-month deployments Prepare, pack, and arrange delivery of equipment for deployment Provide practical engineering support in the UK Please download job description for more details. For the role of Antarctic Ice Drilling and Maintenance Engineer, we are looking for somebody who has: HNC/HND or higher in Engineering. GCSE or higher in Maths. Broad mechanical engineering knowledge. Practical engineering skills. Please download job description for more details. If we've just described you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies. What experiences can we offer you? At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone's unique perspectives are valued. Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That's the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you. If you require the job information in an alternative format (i.e. email, audio or video), or would like any further information or support, please do not hesitate to get in touch at jobsbas.ac.uk or alternatively you can call us on 01223 221508.