Description Interview/assessment/start date - Interviews at start of June, start date at start of August British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional Radio Operator to join our Tower Operations 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 Tower Operations Team You'll help us to deliver an Air/Ground Communications Service and Flight Following service for BAS aircraft operations on the continent as well providing a coordinating function between aviation, field, station, and construction operations. Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop experience in a novel aviation environment. Current projects the team are working on include transitioning to the new Discovery building where the 2025/26 season will see the first full season operation from the new Operations Tower. 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: Aircraft Flight Following Operating VHF and HF radios and satellite communications systems Passing and receiving operational messages to/from aircraft and field parties Filing and operating flight plans and flight plan associated messages via the Assisted Flight Plan Exchange (AFPEx) Coordinating and liaising with construction operations Monitoring marine boating operations General support to station operations Providing the initial response to major accidents and incidents Dealing with and responding to aircraft and other emergency situations Ensuring all concerned staff are kept up to date with relevant operational information Keeping the meteorology and forecasting teams aware of adverse changes in weather conditions both at Rothera and in the field Ensuring field party requests are actioned and kept up to date For the role of Radio Operator, we are looking for somebody who has: General use of Office packages Ability to learn specialist software Experience of aviation operations Operational use of VHF/HF radios or satellite communications systems 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.