Excavator Operator - Antarctica Project

Tradestaff Global

Whanganui, Waikato
$100,000-110,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

25 days ago

Tradestaff Global is inviting expressions of Interest from qualified & experienced EXCAVATOR OPERATORS, who also have the qualifications and experience to operate LOADERS. This role is working on McMurdo Station in Antarctica for upcoming summer season starting in Oct/Nov 2024. Don't wait for tomorrow to pursue this exceptional opportunity! Apply now to kickstart the application process.THE ROLE: There will be multiple roles and we need you to be able to operate BOTH a Loader & Excavator. We are looking for people from a construction background or very similar.You will need the below licenses and experience of similar size plant machinery.

Excavator Operator - Class 2 & T Endorsement. Size 37T
Loader Operator - Class 2 & W Endorsement. Size 25T

YOU NEED TO:

Due to travel requirements, you need to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
Be Licensed as above & able to supply proof at interview stage.
Have referees who can validate your experience.
Supply a current up to date CV that outlines your skills/experience & types of projects/jobs worked on, size/hours on each machine.
Be IT literate & good with dealing with a lot of detailed paperwork.
Be patient when working through the application process. It's a very long & detailed process to mobilise people & in some cases it may take a few months to work through.

Remote projects require a solid team effort, we're looking for someone with the right attitude that's willing to be part of a great hardworking supportive team.Exceptional fitness is required due to long hours & extreme conditions.WHAT'S ON OFFER:

Flights provided from any major NZ airport.
Food, shared accommodation, travel insurance provided.
$70 per hour depending upon machine. Contract basis, paid fortnightly in NZ$
All PPE Supplied.

It's hard work but in return you'll be paid well, gain experience of a lifetime & see some amazing sights most people will never get to experience. If you've ever wanted to tick this off your bucket list, this could be the job for you.EXPECTED HOURS:

54 hours per week (this won't change if work is affected by weather)
Working 6 out of 7 days

This role is not for the faint hearted; you'll be staying in one of the most isolated places in the world.APPROXIMATE DATES:
Start dates are subject to passing medicals, your notice period & ice flight availability. You will likely leave between Oct / Nov 2024 and return in approximately March 2025. You will be away the entire time.APPLICATION PROCESS:
The onboarding process is very lengthy due to medical requirements & background checks which will determine exact start dates.
The medicals are quite strict; you need to be in very good health/have excellent fitness. You will also be required to do a Dental exam & will need good dental health to get clearance.If you like the sound of this amazing opportunity & would like to apply, please note:CRITERIA TO MEET:

NZ or US Citizenship & hold a CURRENT Passport.
First interviews are by phone then either video or in person depending upon where you live. You must be prepared to travel to Tauranga for dental & medical tests. We pay for tests & provide flights if living outside of Tauranga.
Clean criminal record (Police checks will be completed at interview).
Can pass pre-employment drug/alcohol testing as well as random testing on site.
Able to follow instructions & have good attention to detail.

PLEASE NOTE:
- Due to high volume of applications, we only accept applications via our online system to ensure everyone gets a response.
- An automatic email will be immediately sent to you if your application was submitted successfully. If you don't receive the email, we didn't receive your application.

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