Description
Summary:
This unique opportunity involves working in one of the most remote and challenging environments on Earth.
Highlights:
1. Adventure of a lifetime
2. Maintaining locks on residential and industrial door systems
3. Working in a remote and challenging environment
* Competitive pay
* McMurdo Base, Antarctica
* Adventure of a lifetime
Hays Recruitment is seeking expressions of interest from a qualified locksmith to join the maintenance team at McMurdo Station in Antarctica. This unique opportunity involves working in one of the most remote and challenging environments on Earth.
**Location:** McMurdo Station, Antarctica (approximately 1000 residents in summer season)
**Rate:** $50 per hour (PAYE)
**Deployment Dates:** From January 2026 onwards, return dates are negotiable
Your experience should include maintaining the locks on residential and industrial door systems.
**What to expect when you're down there:**
* Accommodation provided (you will be in a bunkroom)
* Free food (the meals aren't Michelin starred, but they're still pretty good)
* Free flights from any major NZ airport
* $55 per hour
* Work schedule: Mon - Sat, 7am - 5pm
**What to expect before you start:**
* Medical and dental checks
* Criminal background and security checks
* Vaccinations (flu and tdap)
**What to do now:**
Please apply through the link. If you have any questions you can email Francesca.Miller@hays.net.nz or call 021 229 9160.
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