Job description
Join Tradestaff Global as a HVAC ENGINEERS in Antarctica! APPLY NOW for this unique opportunity & be part of the upcoming winter season starting February 2025!THE ROLE: HVAC engineers with commercial experience in boilers, HVAC fans, unit heaters, hydronic pumps, wall radiators, and pipe fitting needed for work at McMurdo Station, American base. This large new build project will involve all aspects of commercial plumbing, as well as basic plumbing tasks & repetitive duties. The role also includes assisting other trades & performing general labouring jobs, as everyone needs to pitch in & help the team.
WHAT’S ON OFFER:
- TRAVEL: Flights provided from any major NZ airport.
- AMENITIES: Food, shared accommodation & travel insurance provided.
- RATES: $71.98 contract rate per hour, paid fortnightly in NZ$
- EQUIPMENT: PPE supplied as well as specialised cold weather gear.
EXPECTED HOURS:
- 54 hours per week, working 6 out of 7 days. This schedule remains consistent regardless of weather conditions.
- Positions start around February 2025 & run through till September 2025. This is not a FIFO (Fly In, Fly Out) role; you will be away the entire period. Start dates are approximate dependent on medical & security clearance, your notice period, & ice flight availability.
ESSENTIAL TRAITS:
- TEAM PLAYER: A positive attitude & willingness to be part of a hardworking, supportive team are crucial. Remote projects require a solid team effort.
- FITNESS: Exceptional fitness is necessary due to long hours & extreme conditions.
- VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: Fully vaccinated for Covid-19 due to Antarctica travel requirements.
- REFERENCES: Provide recent referees who can validate your commercial experience.
- EXPERIENCE: Submit a current detailed CV outlining your skills, experience, & types of commercial projects you have worked on.
- IT SKILLS: Competent in handling a lot of detailed paperwork & IT-related tasks.
- PATIENCE: The application process is thorough & will take several months to complete. Be prepared for a detailed & lengthy process.
Due to the strict medical requirements & background checks, the onboarding process can be lengthy & influence start dates. Applicants must be in excellent health & undergo a comprehensive medical & dental examination to receive clearance.
CRITERIA TO MEET:
- CITIZENSHIP: Be a NZ or US Citizen with a current NZ or US Passport.
- LOCATION: Are currently & permanently residing in New Zealand.
- INTERVIEWS: Conducted via phone & video.
- MEDICAL TESTS: You will need to travel to Tauranga for dental & medical tesTTts. We cover exam costs & provide flights/accommodation for those outside of Tauranga.
- LICENSING: Hold a current Full Class 1 Drivers License.
- CRIMINAL RECORD: Have a clean criminal record. MOJ Checks will be conducted as part of the interview process.
- TESTING: Must pass pre-employment & random drug/alcohol testing.
- ATTENTION TO DETAIL: Ability to follow instructions precisely & pay attention to detail.
- SUBMISSION: Due to the high volume of applications, we only accept applications through our online system to ensure everyone gets a response.
- CONFIRMATION: An automatic email will be sent upon successful application submission. If you do not receive this email, your application was not received.