Interview/assessment/start date – Interviews week commencing 28th April, start date of 27th July. British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for exceptional individuals to join our Field Coordinator 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 What we offer: As a valued employee, you’ll be eligible for benefits including an end of contract payment upon completion of a successful assignment in Antarctica, annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme with NEST (National Employment Savings Trust) and access to 24 hours/365 days per year employee assistance programme. In addition, you will be provided with pre-deployment training and accommodation costs. All food, accommodation and polar clothing during Antarctic deployment will also be provided. You’ll be joining our close-knit team of outdoor professionals at Rothera Research Station in Antarctica. You’ll help us to deliver the upcoming Antarctic Field season by managing the deep Field logistics hubs, fuel depots and static Field camps that support the BAS Field programme. In addition, you’ll play a part in delivering Antarctic survival training to staff and support essential Field science through the maintenance and preparation of Field equipment. Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop the unique skills required to work within BAS Field Operations allowing you to operate safely in Antarctica. You will undergo a significant amount of training and personal development making you an important asset to the Field team. 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: Keeping people safe and comfortable in the field. Operating and maintaining Field logistics hubs and deep field fuel depots. Supporting aircraft operations by providing weather observations and ground support. Preparing and maintaining Field Equipment. Organising and supporting field and scientific cargo movements. Delivering field training in Antarctic campcraft and personal management. Providing direct support to science projects close to the station and deep field when appropriate. For the role of Field Coordinator, we are looking for somebody who has: Group leadership and management in remote environments. Ability to dynamically identify hazards and apply appropriate mitigations and safe systems of work. Competency with word processing and spreadsheet software. Problem-solving abilities both practical and theoretical. Effective communications to team and station (sometimes remotely e.g., over HF Radio). Ability to make appropriate decisions about field safety in remote and hazardous environments. An understanding of group dynamics and conflict resolution. 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. 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.