Description
About the Company
Tradestaff Global is a leading provider of workforce solutions in the construction industry. We are currently seeking expressions of interest from qualified and licensed plumbers with commercial experience for an exciting opportunity to work at McMurdo Station in Antarctica during the Summer season of 2025/26.
About the Role
The deployment period is expected to be from approximately October 2025 through to March 2026. This unique role offers the chance to work in one of the most isolated yet beautiful locations in the world.
Candidates should be prepared for a challenging and rewarding experience, as you will be staying for several months on-site. You will be part of a large commercial construction project, where your primary responsibilities will include performing various aspects of commercial plumbing work, including basic plumbing tasks and repetitive duties. A current New Zealand Plumbing Licence is required for this position.
Requirements
Please note that due to travel restrictions, only New Zealand and US citizens with New Zealand or US passports, who are currently and permanently residing and working in New Zealand, are eligible to apply.
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be willing to receive Flu, Tdap, and MMR vaccinations.
- Understand that this role is not a fly-in-fly-out position; you will be on-site for an extended period.
- Be prepared to work long hours, six days a week.
- Availability for approximate start dates, which are contingent upon passing medical and dental checks, obtaining security clearance, fulfilling your notice period, and ice flight availability.
- Successfully complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
- Hold a Full Class 1 NZ Driver Licence and have a clean criminal record.
- Be patient throughout the lengthy application process and be prepared to travel to Tauranga for medical and dental exams. We will cover the costs of testing and flights for candidates traveling from outside the Bay of Plenty.
Benefits
In return for your hard work, we offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Flights from any major New Zealand airport.
- Food and shared accommodation on-site.
- Travel insurance.
- A pay rate of $66.11 per hour, on a contract basis, paid fortnightly in New Zealand dollars for a total of 54 hours per week.
- All personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.
This is a remarkable opportunity to gain invaluable experience, save money while working away, and build lasting friendships.
What Now?
If you are interested in this exceptional opportunity, please apply online with an up-to-date CV that highlights your commercial construction skills and relevant experience.
If your initial application is successful, we will reach out to you with further information regarding the interview and screening process. We value attention to detail and the ability to handle complex paperwork, so candidates must be IT literate.
We encourage you to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
Please note that we only accept online applications, and you will receive an automatic acknowledgment when your application is successfully submitted.
At Tradestaff Global, we offer a wide variety of roles within the construction industry, including positions for carpenters, machine operators, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, duct installers, pipefitters/welders, and many more.
To explore current opportunities, please visit our website at www.tradestaffglobal.com.
To Apply
If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.
Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.
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