Apprentice Pipe Fitter - ANTARCTICA
Ever wanted to experience the natural beauty of Antarctica?
Hays Recruitment is seeking expressions of interest from Apprentice Pipe Fitter 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: $35 per hour (WAGES) $45 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:
- 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
- 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
Summary
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Industry
- Engineering
- Location
- Dunedin
- Specialism
- Trades and Labour
- Ref:
- 2945221
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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