Description
Summary:
This unique opportunity involves working as a Plumber or Apprentice Plumber in one of the most remote and challenging environments on Earth.
Highlights:
1. Adventure of a lifetime
2. Work in a unique and challenging environment
3. Opportunity to work in one of the most remote places on Earth
* Competitive pay
* Free food, flights, medical checks, and accommodation
* Adventure of a lifetime
Hays Recruitment is seeking expressions of interest from a Qualified Plumber and an Apprentice Plumber for an assignment 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)**
**Two intakes available - choose one or stay for both:**
* Intake 1: October 2025 - Feb 2026
* Intake 2: Feb 2026 - October 2026
**Rates:**
Apprentice Plumber: $35 p/h wages, $45 p/h contracting
Qualified Plumber: $50 p/h wages, $60 p/h contracting
**You should have:**
* Unrestricted NZ Work Rights (no sponsorship or visa variations provided)
* Proven experience and references working as a plumber
* NZ Certificate in Plumbing (Level 4) OR Overseas Equivalent
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What to expect when you're down there:**
* Accommodation provided (you will be in a shared room)
* Free food
* Free flights from any major NZ airport
* Work schedule: Mon - Sat, 7am - 5pm
**What to expect before you start:**
* Medical and dental checks
* Criminal background and security checks
* Vaccinations
**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.
**Please note we are also seeking expressions of interest for the following roles:**
* Sheet Metal Fabricator
* Pipe fitter (apprentice)
* Plumber (apprentice and qualified)
* Refrigeration Technician
* Door Technician
* Supervisor
* Electrician