Boiler Technician - ANTARCTICA
Ever wanted to experience the beauty of Antarctica? This all-expenses-paid gig will get you there!
Hays Recruitment is seeking expressions of interest from experienced Boiler Technicians 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)
Rate: $50 per hour (WAGES) $60 per hour (CONTRACTING)
Two intakes available – choose one or stay for both:
- Intake 1: October 2025 – Feb 2026
- Intake 2: Feb 2026 – October 2026
You should have:
- New Zealand Certificate in Energy and Chemical Operations (Boiler Operation) (Level 3), OR Overseas Equivalent
- Proven experience maintaining and installing boilers
- Unrestricted New Zealand work rights (no visa variation or sponsorship provided)
What to expect when you’re down there:
- Accommodation provided (you will be in a shared room)
- Free food (the meals aren’t Michelin starred, but they’re still pretty good)
- 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 expect to be recruiting for the following roles soon:
- Sheet metal fabricator
- Pipe fitter
- Plumber
- Door Technician
- Supervisor
- Electrician
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
Summary
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Industry
- Engineering
- Location
- Auckland CBD
- Specialism
- Trades and Labour
- Pay
- $50 Wages, $60 Contracting
- Ref:
- 2897265
Talk to a consultant
Talk to Francesca Miller, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Christchurch
Level 2, 104 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central
Telephone: 0212299160
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