Utility Mechanics needed in ANTARCTICA!

Utility Mechanics needed in ANTARCTICA!
Utility Mechanics needed in ANTARCTICA!
If you are looking to elevate your career with an experience that stands out anywhere in the world, APPLY NOW or call 021 967 565

Location: McMurdo Station, Antarctica, Full Time, On Site, Summer season (Estimated October 2026 – Feb 2027)

This is a full on site deployment. You will live and work on the ice for the duration of the assignment.

Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Medical Checks COVERED

What’s Included
  • A once in a lifetime opportunity to live and work in Antarctica, surrounded by world leading scientists, engineers, and a tight knit international community.
  • Free accommodation for the entire duration of your stay
  • Free meals prepared daily, no grocery bills, no cooking
  • All required medical checks included as part of your deployment
About the Role As a Utility Mechanic, you will carry out a wide range of maintenance, repair, and preventative servicing across buildings, plant, systems, and infrastructure. Work is scheduled according to operational priorities and may include both planned and reactive tasks.

You will be part of a tight knit team ensuring station facilities remain safe, reliable, and fully operational in extreme Antarctic conditions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled preventative maintenance on buildings, systems, and equipment
  • Overhaul and repair facility equipment including HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic systems, pumps, compressors, overhead doors, hoists, kitchen/galley equipment, shop tools, and other assets
  • Troubleshoot and repair failures across support systems, including commercial kitchen equipment
  • Perform plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs as required
  • Respond to emergency callouts during and outside normal working hours
  • Act as first responder for facility and utility system faults
  • Assist with inventory planning and materials resupply
  • Complete accurate documentation of hours, materials, and work performed
  • Work from job plans, drawings, schematics, manuals, and specifications
  • Follow and contribute to Standard Operating Procedures
  • Work outdoors in extreme cold, wind, and challenging conditions
  • Collaborate with other departments to complete station tasking
  • Use computer based maintenance and inventory systems
  • Participate in community duties such as cleaning, recycling, and station upkeep
  • Comply with all Environmental, Safety and Health requirements
Required Qualifications & Experience
  • New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or valid NZ work rights (no sponsorship available; WHV acceptable with relevant experience)
  • Minimum four years’ experience in commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities maintenance
  • Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and diagrams
  • Valid New Zealand driving licence
  • Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods
  • Successful completion of medical, dental, drug screening, and background checks
  • Participation in community duties (cleaning, recycling, general station tasks)
Who This Role Suits
We are seeking experienced Utility Mechanics to join the summer deployment to Antarctica. This role is ideal for skilled trades professionals who thrive in challenging environments, enjoy variety in their work, and want to contribute to critical scientific operations.

Sounds like you? Apply now or send an up to date version of your CV to Venizze.bruzo@hays.net.nz and call Venizze on 021 967 565

Other roles available below
  • CARPENTER
  • CONSTRUCTION LABOURER
  • ELECTRICIAN
  • LIGHT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
  • MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
  • PIPE FITTER
  • PLUMBER
  • CARPENTER APPRENTICE
  • CONSTRUCTION SUPERINTENDENT
  • ELECTRICIAN
  • LIGHT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
  • MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
  • MECHANIC BOILER
  • MECHANIC REFRIGERATION
  • MECHANIC UTILITY
  • PIPE FITTER
  • PLUMBER
  • SHEET METAL WORKER

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Scientific and R&D
Location
Christchurch
Specialism
Trades and Labour
Pay
Flights + Accommodation + Meals + Medical Checks.
Ref:
2996166
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Venizze Bruzo, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Christchurch
Level 2, 104 Victoria Street, Christchurch Central

Telephone: 021967565

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